JOIN us in saying a warm welcome to five of Dorset’s latest arrivals.

These little bundles of joy are bringing smiles to proud new parents and excited siblings amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Bournemouth Echo: Nala Connor

Tarnya Connor gave birth to her third child Nala Rai Nora Connor on October 5 at Dorchester County Hospital. Nala, who was born weighing 7lb 9oz, now joins siblings Honey and Oliver.

“Dorchester hospital and all the staff especially the midwifes were incredible,” said Tarnya.

“Our little lady was taken into the special care baby unit and was put on a drip due to low blood sugar levels. She was out of there the next morning thanks to the amazing staff.

“Nala is just perfect.”

Bournemouth Echo: George at one week old

Having had a miscarriage last year, Lisa Ford greeted her rainbow child George Liam Drodge-Ford, weighing 7lb 5oz, with open arms on August 11 at Poole Maternity Hospital.

George, who came along at 39 weeks, is now settling in well at home with siblings Jayden, Harrison and Emily.

Bournemouth Echo: Sammae-Jo now full of smiles

Sammae-Jo Robin Jane Real was welcomed into the world early by mum Letti on July 27 in Dorchester.

Weighing just 5lb 2oz, Sammae-Jo joins her brother Haydon and five sisters Sienna, Georgea-rose, Toni and Violet-Heleena

Letti said: “This time round pregnancy was a lot better than the others until the last few weeks as she was measuring on the tiny side and so was booked in to be induced three weeks early.

“It was a long labour but was worth every contraction to have her placed on my chest and in our arms.”

Bournemouth Echo: Amelia at 1 week old

Amelia Caroline Fernandez was born to Katie Payne at Poole Maternity Hospital on September 26.

Weighing 7lb 6oz on arrival, Amelia now joins sisters Lila and Ava.

Katie said: “Amelia came into the world quickly; I couldn't have asked for a better birth.

“After my waters broke at 10pm on a Saturday night, she was born in the early hours of Sunday morning in the Haven suite.”

Bournemouth Echo: Isla Prowles-Large at three months

Isla Prowles-Large, weighing 8lb 1oz, was welcoming into the world by mum Becky Prowles on July 24 at Poole Maternity Hospital.

“After being induced two days prior, madam was claiming squatters’ rights and was not budging,” Becky said.

“Whilst calm and still relatively comfortable, I decided to opt for a c-section.

“My little Isla is the apple of my eye and it's a pleasure being her mummy! Such a content, smiley and happy little girl, my best friend.”

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From Kayleigh white

Baby's full nameJagger jaiden with

Baby's date of birth30/10/2021

Place of birthDorchester

Weight of baby6.14

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyWas in hospital 6 days got started off on Friday had 20 hours of labour but wasn’t progressing as baby’s head was tilted so ended up having a c section and had to stay in Hospital 4 days after as baby wasn’t feeding and was jaundice so had to have 2 days of photo therapy and now at 3weeks is doing amazing

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Bournemouth Echo: Jagger jaiden whiteJagger jaiden white

From Verity Horton

Baby's full nameEvannah Julie-Rose Ring

Baby's date of birth24-09-2021

Place of birthDorchester

Weight of baby9lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsElayah Elsie Ring

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: EvannahEvannah

From Serena D’Arcy

Baby's full nameRalphie, Iris and Lula

Baby's date of birth02/05/21

Place of birthPrincess Anne hospital

Weight of baby1lb12ozs, 1lbs14ozs and 1lbs11ozs

Names of any siblingsTriplets!!

Tell us your birth story10 years trying to conceive, thousands on IVF, finally pregnant with triplets, water broke with Lula at 19weeks, held on until 26 weeks born by emergency c section, long NICU stay for all of them, Lula just out of hospital after 5 months

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Bournemouth Echo: Twos company, threes a charmTwos company, threes a charm
Bournemouth Echo: Story timeStory time

From Jackie young

Baby's full nameHarley Whitaker

Baby's date of birth06/09/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 6

Names of any siblingsSienna

Tell us your birth storyA really easy straight forward birth, epidural was pre planned after having gone through the birth of sienna!

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Bournemouth Echo: Sienna and Harley!Sienna and Harley!
Bournemouth Echo: Harley!Harley!

From Lili Wordley

Baby's full nameLottie janes

Baby's date of birth28/07/2021

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity hospital

Weight of baby6lb9oz

Names of any siblingsGeorge janes

Tell us your birth storyMy labour was only 47 minutes, although I was in hospital for 4 days due to having preeclampsia again. Can’t thank the amazing hospital staff enough for helping me!

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Bournemouth Echo: Only an hour oldOnly an hour old
Bournemouth Echo: A couple days oldA couple days old

From Becky Prowles

Baby's full nameIsla Prowles - Large

Baby's date of birth24/07/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8 lb 1 oz

Names of any siblingsn/a

Tell us your birth storyAfter being induced 2 days prior, madam was claiming squatters rights and was not budging! Whilst calm and still relatively comfortable, I decided to opt for a c section. My little Isla is the apple of my eye and it's a pleasure being her mummy! Such a content, smiley and happy little girl, my best friend.

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Bournemouth Echo: 3 months of nappies and cute baby feet.3 months of nappies and cute baby feet.
Bournemouth Echo: Happy girl xHappy girl x

From Letti Real

Baby's full nameSammae-Jo Robin Jane Real

Baby's date of birth29/07/2021

Place of birthDorchester

Weight of baby5lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsHaydon, Sienna, Georgea-rose, Toni and Violet-heleena

Tell us your birth storyBaby number 6 one boy (the oldest) 5 girls. This time round pregnancy was a lot better then the others till last few weeks as she was measuring on the tiny side and so was booked in to be induced 3 weeks early was a long labour but was worth every contraction to have her placed on my chest and in our arms !

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Bournemouth Echo: Sammae-Jo couple hours oldSammae-Jo couple hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Sammae-Jo now full of smilesSammae-Jo now full of smiles

From Anna mainwaring

Baby's full nameBobbie George Mainwaring

Baby's date of birth5/10/21

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity hospital Poole

Weight of baby8 pound 6 ounces

Names of any siblingsArchie - his angel big brother in heaven 💙

Tell us your birth storyWe had a planned c section at 37 weeks due to losing our first son last year at full term. The experience was so calm and amazing, the staff were all there with us through every moment and made it so special. We had a playlist on and Bobbie arrived to Edd Sheeran Afterglow. He really is our afterglow and our little rainbow after the storm 💙

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Bournemouth Echo: Here I am!Here I am!
Bournemouth Echo: Snug as a bug!Snug as a bug!

From Michelle walder

Baby's full nameIsla Chloe Davis

Baby's date of birth20/09/21

Place of birthSouthampton

Weight of baby8lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur daughter Chloe went into labour after her waters broke at one in the morning and continued on and off throughout the day but she managed to deliver our beautiful grand daughter Isla at 9.32 pm the same day, we are so proud of her and her partner James and completely smitten with Isla.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little sleepy headOur little sleepy head
Bournemouth Echo: Our little princessOur little princess

From Lisa Ford

Baby's full nameGeorge Liam Drodge-Ford

Baby's date of birth11/08/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb5oz

Names of any siblingsJayden

Tell us your birth storyGeorge came along at 39 weeks. A rainbow baby after mum suffered a miscarriage last year. He is little brother to Jayden, Harrison and Emily.

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Bournemouth Echo: George at 1 week oldGeorge at 1 week old

From Katie Payne

Baby's full nameAmelia Caroline Fernandez

Baby's date of birth26/09/2021

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity, Poole

Weight of baby7lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsLila and Ava

Tell us your birth storyAmelia came into the world quickly. I couldn’t have asked for a better birth. After my waters broke at 10pm on a Saturday night, she was born in the early hours of Sunday morning in the Haven suite.

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Bournemouth Echo: Amelia at 1 week oldAmelia at 1 week old
Bournemouth Echo: Amelia, now 4 weeks old with big sister LilaAmelia, now 4 weeks old with big sister Lila

From Tarnya Connor

Baby's full nameNala Rai Nora Connor

Baby's date of birth05/10/2021

Place of birthDorchester county hospital

Weight of baby7lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsHoney & Oliver

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful little Nala was born at Dorchester hospital on the 05/10/2021 at 1:57 pm weighing 7lb 9oz. Dorchester hospital and all the staff especially the midwifes were incredible. Our little lady was taken into the special care baby unit and was put on a drip due to low blood sugar levels. She was out of there the next morning thanks to the amazing staff. Nala is just perfect.

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Bournemouth Echo: Nala ConnorNala Connor
Bournemouth Echo: Nala ConnorNala Connor

From Tarnya Connor

Baby's full nameNala Rai Nora Connor

Baby's date of birth05/10/2021

Place of birthDorchester county hospital

Weight of baby7lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsHoney & Oliver

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful little Nala was born at Dorchester hospital on the 05/10/2021 at 1:57 pm weighing 7lb 9oz. Dorchester hospital and all the staff especially the midwifes were incredible. Our little lady was taken into the special care baby unit and was put on a drip due to low blood sugar levels. She was out of there the next morning thanks to the amazing staff. Nala is just perfect.

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Bournemouth Echo: Nala ConnorNala Connor
Bournemouth Echo: Nala ConnorNala Connor

From Rhiannon Sorby

Baby's full nameElsie Maisie Roberts

Baby's date of birth21/10/21

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby5 pounds

Names of any siblingsHarry and Amelia

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on weds 20th October at 6pm due to having a small baby and had a lovely labour with my best friend being my birthing partner. It was the best experience ever and we both laughed most of the way through the night like excited children! Elsie made her entrance to the world at 8.57 am weighing just 5 pounds. She’s such a happy content baby and I’m so proud to be her Mummy ❤️❤️🥰🥰

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping beauty ???Sleeping beauty ???
Bournemouth Echo: My world ????My world ????

From Elizabeth wellstead

Baby's full nameJaxon Joel wellstead

Baby's date of birth16/08/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsMason and hope

Tell us your birth storyI was booked in for my 3rd c section and had to be there at 7am so we got there on time and waited it was about 12.40ish and I get told the plane c section people has gone over on time and they gone home at this point I was not happy as I was not eaten any thing from 12 the night before but then she said I could wait until the ofter team come on but no gardentee I would be seen so I took the chance and waited come 3.30 they said I could go down I was happy and nurves at same time but all was great in the end and now I have a happy healthy baby boy

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Bournemouth Echo: Now 10week onNow 10week on
Bournemouth Echo: Just bornJust born

From Laura Rogers

Baby's full nameRonnie Paul Jenner

Baby's date of birth07-01-21

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby5lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsLiam, Janey, Ethan, Chloe & Mazie

Tell us your birth storyRonnie was my 2nd lockdown baby to be born. I went in to be monitored at 36+6 and induced the next day at 37 weeks. The induction went pretty smoothly. The midwives were absolutely amazing and supportive. Even when his heart rate kept dipping they stayed calm and helped me try to get in positions to try and stop his heart dipping with every contraction. He had his cord wrapped around his neck multiple times. He needed a bit of oxygen but was absolutely fine. We are besotted with him as are his siblings.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ronnie at a few hours oldRonnie at a few hours old

From Laura Rogers

Baby's full nameRonnie Paul Jenner

Baby's date of birth07-01-21

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby5lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsLiam, Janey, Ethan, Chloe & Mazie

Tell us your birth storyRonnie was my 2nd lockdown baby to be born. I went in to be monitored at 36+6 and induced the next day at 37 weeks. The induction went pretty smoothly. The midwives were absolutely amazing and supportive. Even when his heart rate kept dipping they stayed calm and helped me try to get in positions to try and stop his heart dipping with every contraction. He had his cord wrapped around his neck multiple times. He needed a bit of oxygen but was absolutely fine. We are besotted with him as are his siblings.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ronnie at a few hours oldRonnie at a few hours old

From Crystal Maine

Baby's full nameMillie Rae Hart

Baby's date of birth26/09/21

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8lb13oz

Names of any siblingsHugo

Tell us your birth storyWaters broke at 10.30am on the 26/09/21 Millie arrived at 19.25pm on 26/09/21

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Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful princessBeautiful princess
Bournemouth Echo: Me and my brother??Me and my brother??

From Nicole Rickard

Baby's full nameImôgen Munday

Baby's date of birth09/08/2021

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 4 oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyBorn after an induction at 42 weeks.

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Bournemouth Echo: Teddybear smilesTeddybear smiles

From Lizzie North

Baby's full nameAmaia Rose North

Baby's date of birth15/10/2021

Place of birthLV roundabout - Poole

Weight of baby6lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsCianna Ivy North

Tell us your birth storyMy waters went at 8am but didn’t have any real pains until around 4.40pm. By 5.15pm I felt the contractions were too strong and we left our house to go to Poole Maternity Hospital, with the intention of a water birth on the Haven Suite. We overlooked the fact it was rush hour traffic on a Friday and everywhere was gridlocked. Our little baby Amaia was not waiting for anything and when we got to the Liverpool Victoria roundabout in Poole I felt we needed to pull over and call an ambulance as she was likely to be born in the car! That she was- she was born on the back seat of Daddy’s Range Rover. We was on the 999 call for 23 minutes, waiting for the ambulance to arrive. We heard it go round 3 times before it finally found us- and then not one, but two ambulances arrived together! By this point Amaia’s head was already crowing and with two more pushes of the paramedics arriving she was delivered- safe and well in the car! We were taken to Poole Hospital for check over and discharged home just 4 hours later. All in a days work!

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Bournemouth Echo: Our beautiful baby girl - AmaiaOur beautiful baby girl - Amaia
Bournemouth Echo: Captured by Daddy just over the birthCaptured by Daddy just over the birth

From Leanne

Baby's full nameAva Okenu

Baby's date of birth23/09/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby10.5 pounds

Names of any siblingsMaya & Will

Tell us your birth storyAva was born via c section at 37 weeks due to concerns over her size on scans, she was 10.5 pounds born 3 weeks early. She had trouble breathing when she was born she spent 3 days in NICU. She’s home now doing well

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Bournemouth Echo: Ava homeAva home
Bournemouth Echo: Ava In hospitalAva In hospital

From Teagan Maddocks

Baby's full nameTeddy Philip Maddocks

Baby's date of birth03/09/21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 12

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful baby boy entered the world via c section with the nurses dancing to Ibiza music keeping mummy calm. The most incredible experience.

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Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful baby teddyBeautiful baby teddy

From Teagan Maddocks

Baby's full nameTeddy Philip Maddocks

Baby's date of birth03/09/21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 12

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful baby boy entered the world via c section with the nurses dancing to Ibiza music keeping mummy calm. The most incredible experience.

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Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful baby teddyBeautiful baby teddy

From Sophie Lake

Baby's full nameHunter-Hudson David Gilbert

Baby's date of birth16.10.21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7.1

Names of any siblingsMia and Elsie-Mae

Tell us your birth storyLabour was a dream with it being only a hour and half long. Staff was brilliant

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Bournemouth Echo: Only 9 hours oldOnly 9 hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Sleepy bubbaSleepy bubba

From Becky joyce

Baby's full nameBella Warren

Baby's date of birth23-10-2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6 pound 2.

Names of any siblingsDo not have any

Tell us your birth storyPositive experience by poole maternity, Our little girl Bella Warren.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bella WarrenBella Warren
Bournemouth Echo: Bella WarrenBella Warren

From Becky joyce

Baby's full nameBella Warren

Baby's date of birth23-10-2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6 pound 2.

Names of any siblingsDo not have any

Tell us your birth storyPositive experience by poole maternity, Our little girl Bella Warren.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bella WarrenBella Warren
Bournemouth Echo: Bella WarrenBella Warren

From Holly Alice Tykocki

Baby's full nameBella Alice Binks

Baby's date of birth16/10/2021

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby7lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth story40 weeks + 6 days! My fiancé jamie and I first baby, we didn’t know the gender and our little girl was worth the wait! Went into labour on Friday 15th October at 10:30pm in active labour from 11.30pm and baby Bella was born at 2.29am! Midwifes very happy given it was my first baby.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bella Alice BinksBella Alice Binks
Bournemouth Echo: Baby Bella & Mummy HollyBaby Bella & Mummy Holly

From Victoria Cameron

Baby's full nameEsme Rae Violet Cameron

Baby's date of birth26/09/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 1oz

Names of any siblingsJack and Ella

Tell us your birth storyEsme arrived on 29.9.21 at 14.03. My pregnancy was high risk and Esme was being monitored every 2 weeks as I had an antibody E which could have caused her to become quite unwell. The antenatal care I received from all the health professionals throughout my pregnancy were fantastic especially in the last few days when I was admitted to the antenatal ward to be induced due to suffering with pre eclampsia. Despite staff shortages the midwives who cared for me were amazing. Despite being rushed off their feet they never failed to smile or offer words of support and encouragement. I cannot thank them enough for making what was an incredibly anxious time a little less frightening.

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Bournemouth Echo: Esme Rae Violet born 26.9.21Esme Rae Violet born 26.9.21

From Victoria Cameron

Baby's full nameEsme Rae Violet Cameron

Baby's date of birth26/09/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 1oz

Names of any siblingsJack and Ella

Tell us your birth storyEsme arrived on 29.9.21 at 14.03. My pregnancy was high risk and Esme was being monitored every 2 weeks as I had an antibody E which could have caused her to become quite unwell. The antenatal care I received from all the health professionals throughout my pregnancy were fantastic especially in the last few days when I was admitted to the antenatal ward to be induced due to suffering with pre eclampsia. Despite staff shortages the midwives who cared for me were amazing. Despite being rushed off their feet they never failed to smile or offer words of support and encouragement. I cannot thank them enough for making what was an incredibly anxious time a little less frightening.

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Bournemouth Echo: Esme Rae Violet born 26.9.21Esme Rae Violet born 26.9.21

From Rosie Smith

Baby's full nameSebastian Philip Smith

Baby's date of birth12/05/2021

Place of birthBournemouth at home

Weight of baby8lb 14

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storySebastian Philip Smith was born at his home in Bournemouth at 4am With amazing midwifery support from the Poole midwives. Both parents Joshua and Rosie are loving having him join the family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sebastian 5monthsSebastian 5months

From Rosie Smith

Baby's full nameSebastian Philip Smith

Baby's date of birth12/05/2021

Place of birthBournemouth at home

Weight of baby8lb 14

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storySebastian Philip Smith was born at his home in Bournemouth at 4am With amazing midwifery support from the Poole midwives. Both parents Joshua and Rosie are loving having him join the family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sebastian 5monthsSebastian 5months

From Rosie Smith

Baby's full nameSebastian Philip Smith

Baby's date of birth12/05/2021

Place of birthBournemouth at home

Weight of baby8lb 14

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storySebastian Philip Smith was born at his home in Bournemouth at 4am With amazing midwifery support from the Poole midwives. Both parents Joshua and Rosie are loving having him join the family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sebastian 5monthsSebastian 5months

From Ashleigh Pounds

Baby's full nameJaxon Avery Wells

Baby's date of birth1st August 2021

Place of birthSalisbury Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs exactly

Names of any siblingsAria & Finnley

Tell us your birth storyAll very simple, waters went at 7:50, got to the hospital at 8:45 and he was out by 12 on the dot! It was the busiest day on the maternity ward when we got there! It was pure madness! My other half left me in the hospital with two other new mummies and then when he came back in the morning the ward was FULL! We didn’t really need to stay overnight but think they were so busy we were forgotten about!

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Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful Baby Boy Jax only about 2 hours oldBeautiful Baby Boy Jax only about 2 hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Smiley Boy Jax! The faces we get from him just melt our hearts!Smiley Boy Jax! The faces we get from him just melt our hearts!

From Danielle Heavens

Baby's full nameBaby Heavens

Baby's date of birth19/10/21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsHughie

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby HeavensBaby Heavens

From Ellen Best

Baby's full nameNelly Grace Pepperell

Baby's date of birth17/10/21

Place of birthSalisbury District Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyNelly has been a lockdown baby from the start, she made us wait an extra 13 days after her due date before she arrived, but she was worth every minute. We haven’t been able to celebrate Nelly fully with all family and friends due to lockdown and Covid, but we are so grateful for what we have been able to do & the support we have received. She truly is beautiful and we are so in love!

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Bournemouth Echo: Nelly Grace Pepperell 18 hours old.Nelly Grace Pepperell 18 hours old.

From Heidi Lunn

Baby's full nameNevaeh Willow Grace Lunn

Baby's date of birth22/07/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 5oz

Names of any siblings4 brothers Leo, Logan, Jax, Rory

Tell us your birth storyNevaeh was born 3weeks early on the 22nd July, but was in such a hurry to get here, my waters broke at 22:02 and she was born less than a minute later at 22:03 the midwife didn't even have a chance to get the birthing pack ready for her arrival, because of the quick arrival she had to spend 24hours in NICU, but she is certainly worth every moment of it .

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Bournemouth Echo: Happy NevaehHappy Nevaeh

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameKayden John Braniff

Baby's date of birth26.6.21

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby8.3

Names of any siblingsOnly child

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Kayden John BraniffKayden John Braniff

From Sammi Hurle

Baby's full nameArchie J Hurle

Baby's date of birth21/03/21

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsFinley and Tyler

Tell us your birth storyBorn safely by emergency csection after failed induction. I met 3 lovely mummies while on the antenatal ward. We supported each other and ended up all becoming great friends. Three of the babies are born on the same day, one the next day. We try to meet up regularly too. If it hadn't have been lockdown, we probably wouldn't have met.

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Bournemouth Echo: 6 and a half months old6 and a half months old

From Jo Pinkard

Baby's full nameJoshua Pinkard

Baby's date of birth09/09/21

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby7lb 15

Names of any siblings1

Tell us your birth storyArrived at the hospital fully dilated and baby was born within 45 mins of arriving! Super speedy labour with no time for pain relief!

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Bournemouth Echo: Taken by Victoria Prince PhotographyTaken by Victoria Prince Photography
Bournemouth Echo: Taken by Victoria Prince PhotographyTaken by Victoria Prince Photography

From Charlotte MacArthur

Baby's full nameAriella Wells

Baby's date of birth10/10/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 1oz

Names of any siblingsLillie-Rose & Paige

Tell us your birth storyRainbow baby born on Sunday by csection on Sunday 10th October.

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 hour old1 hour old

From Kerrie jones

Baby's full nameTrinity Karen swords

Baby's date of birth07.07.2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb5

Names of any siblingsSherelle melody and Sean

Tell us your birth storyWhat a lovely journey its been so far, 3 full months of pure joy,

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping beautySleeping beauty
Bournemouth Echo: Tiny and prefectTiny and prefect

From Emma Mortimer

Baby's full nameLouis Wright

Baby's date of birth16/04/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsMia, Bella & Olivia

Tell us your birth storyWelcomed our first beautiful boy after a long labour !! Perfect addition to a family of girls!!

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Bournemouth Echo: Louis Nathan Weight 6lbs 2ozLouis Nathan Weight 6lbs 2oz

From Emma Gwynne

Baby's full nameRhys Edward Gwynne

Baby's date of birth18/8/21

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby4lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy deteriorating health meant that Rhys arrived 6 and half weeks early and spent the first 2 weeks of his life in the excellent care of the neonatal team at Poole hospital. He is now 8 weeks and growing and gaining weight well.

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Bournemouth Echo: Rhys alert and watching the world go by.Rhys alert and watching the world go by.

From Ella Dillon

Baby's full nameMaya Ivy

Baby's date of birth07/09/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8 pounds 5

Names of any siblingsNo

Tell us your birth storyAfter 3 days of labour, which took very long to progress. Maya was 8 days overdue. We got to 10cm and she still wasn’t ready, I was pushing for 2 hours and she didn’t move down the birth canal. This resulting in going to theatre and having forceps. She was healthy and happy and her delivery time was 57 seconds!

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Bournemouth Echo: Maya’s first photo.Maya’s first photo.
Bournemouth Echo: Maya at 6 weeks.Maya at 6 weeks.

From Teagan Maddocks

Baby's full nameTeddy Philip Maddocks

Baby's date of birth03/09/21

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 13

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyThe most in regular experience of our lives.

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Bournemouth Echo: Teddy Philip MaddocksTeddy Philip Maddocks
Bournemouth Echo: Our beautiful TeddyOur beautiful Teddy

From Shelby armstrong

Baby's full nameJaxon James Aspin

Baby's date of birth16/09/21

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7 pounds 7

Names of any siblingsBradley Wyatt Aspin

Tell us your birth storyCalm and relaxed planned c-section. Fantastic staff

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Bournemouth Echo: Jaxon JamesJaxon James
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From Laura Donegan

Baby's full nameKlara Rose Donegan

Baby's date of birth10.09.2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lbs7oz

Names of any siblingsN.a

Tell us your birth storyKlara was born 11days overdue and lived up to her ‘dinky Donegan’ nickname weighing 6lbs7oz! Mum & dad (laura & Ian) are completely besotted with her

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby KlaraBaby Klara

From Hannah Woodford

Baby's full nameRalph Steven Ray Woodford

Baby's date of birth25/08/2021

Place of birthDorchester Hospital

Weight of baby8lb15.5oz

Names of any siblingsEvelyn

Tell us your birth storyPoole maternity unit was so busy they could not have me in for my planned induction so ended up going to Dorchester for it. They then became busy and had to stop my induction process until they had more staff and rooms available. After 4 days of waiting in the hospital Ralph decided he didn’t want to wait anymore and came naturally!

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Bournemouth Echo: Ralph born 25.8.21Ralph born 25.8.21
Bournemouth Echo: Big sister Evelyn meeting her baby brother!Big sister Evelyn meeting her baby brother!

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameAmelia Jane King

Baby's date of birth19.08.2021

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur little rainbow baby after recurrent miscarriages. 2 weeks over due but safely arrived into the world and we are so in love!

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Bournemouth Echo: 5 weeks old5 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: 3 weeks old3 weeks old

From Laura Tavener

Baby's full nameFlint Terry Tavener

Baby's date of birth25/08/2021

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyFlint was born at 40 weeks and 5days via emergency c-section at 11:19am after 2 rounds of IVF.

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Bournemouth Echo: Flint Terry Tavener, going home outfitFlint Terry Tavener, going home outfit

From Laura Rogers

Baby's full nameMazie Emma Christine Jenner & Ronnie Paul Jenner

Baby's date of birth08-05-20 & 01-07-21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 2oz & 5lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsEthan, Chloe, Liam, Janey

Tell us your birth storyMazie I was induced with on the 6th may 2020. As labour ward was so busy I had to wait to have my waters broken. But when that happened at 3am on the 8th may I had just gas and air and she was born at 11.14am. On the 30th June 2021 I had a scan and it was there they found out his growth had dropped and wanted an urgent induction the following day due to no movement & growth dropping. Had my waters broken at 11 & he was born at 3.46pm with his cord round his neck which is why his heart kept dropping the night before and during labour. He had a bit of oxygen to help him but he was fine after a few minutes.

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Bournemouth Echo: Mazie born 8-5-20 weighing 7lb 2ozMazie born 8-5-20 weighing 7lb 2oz
Bournemouth Echo: Ronnie born 01-07-21 weighing 5lb 13ozRonnie born 01-07-21 weighing 5lb 13oz

From Natasha mcneilly

Baby's full nameBenji Quinnell

Baby's date of birth12/01/2021

Place of birthAt home

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsBen(JR) quinnell and Amelia-rose quinnell

Tell us your birth storyI gave birth to my bundle of joy on the morning of 12th January a complete surprise to myself when I had planned to go into hospital my baby boy Benji Quinnell was born at 8.48am very happy parents

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Bournemouth Echo: Benji Quinnell weighing 7lb 3ozBenji Quinnell weighing 7lb 3oz
Bournemouth Echo: Proud parents ? of Benji QuinnellProud parents ? of Benji Quinnell

From Becky downs

Baby's full nameJayden Craig doe

Baby's date of birth27/05/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby9lb 6.5

Names of any siblingsAmileah and Lexi

Tell us your birth storyJayden was born 2 weeks early via a c-section because he was breach. When he was born he was took to nicu for help for his breathing. We had a week stay in the maternity we were very well looked after. He’s a very happy lovely bundle of joy and his two sisters Amileah 5 and Lexi 2 are in love with him so gentle and kind with him.

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Bournemouth Echo: Jayden in hospital cot.Jayden in hospital cot.
Bournemouth Echo: Jayden with his two sisters Amileah and Lexi.Jayden with his two sisters Amileah and Lexi.

From Annabel Pidgley

Baby's full nameAmelia Rose and Isla Grace Pidgley

Baby's date of birth11/08/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 7ozs and 6lb 3ozs

Names of any siblings0

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Bournemouth Echo: Amelia RoseAmelia Rose
Bournemouth Echo: Isla GraceIsla Grace

From Maela

Baby's full nameMina Ismaili

Baby's date of birth09.08.2021

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb 14

Names of any siblings-

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Bournemouth Echo: MinaMina
Bournemouth Echo: MinaMina

From Annie taylor

Baby's full nameWillow Taylor

Baby's date of birth11/08/21

Place of birthSt Mary's poole maternity

Weight of baby3Ib 3oz (1.453kg)

Names of any siblingsThomas and harrison Taylor

Tell us your birth storyWaters broke at 30 weeks and 3 days so admitted to antenatal for close monitoring, steroids and antibiotics, in the hope to try and keep baby in as long as possible. However 2 days later willow had a poor heart trace so I needed an emergency c-section. Willow was born at 30 weeks and 5 days gestation (9 weeks and 2 days early) and taken straight to nicu. She is now 10 days old and still in nicu and will be for a while. She is doing well considering her gestation and mummy and daddy cannot wait to get her home eventually

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Bournemouth Echo: A few hours after willows birthA few hours after willows birth
Bournemouth Echo: 8 days old and slowly thriving8 days old and slowly thriving

From Gemma Micklefield

Baby's full nameSebastian Micklefield

Baby's date of birth19/07/21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsAlice

Tell us your birth storySebastian made a quick arrival on ‘Freedom Day’! During his stay in hospital he first met his sister Alice via FaceTime! Returning home to be a family five days after birth.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sebastian Arthur FrancisSebastian Arthur Francis

From Lucy Louise francis

Baby's full nameZariah-rose Mary francis

Baby's date of birth24/04/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7 pound 8

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyGot induced for reduced movement and then got fully dilated but zariah’s heart rate went up to 165 bpm so they tried to use foreceps but her heart rate then went up again to 195bpm so had to have an emergency c section while being asleep as the epidural or anesthetic was not working on me. We was in for a total of 1 week. Very traumatic!

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Bournemouth Echo: After her bathAfter her bath
Bournemouth Echo: Trying on a funny headbandTrying on a funny headband

From Bethany Gould

Baby's full nameEdith Poppy Morris

Baby's date of birth6th January 2021

Place of birthDorset County Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyFirst baby for proud parents Beth and Dudley. Edith was due New Year’s Eve but was late making her a 2021 baby. We had originally planned for a home birth. Six days overdue my waters went with no signs of contraction so It was off to the hospital to be induced. Born on 6th January 2021 at 15:48 weighting 9lb 1oz. Edith has filled our hearts with love and makes us smile everyday. A special thank you to midwife Karen for all her help and support.

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Bournemouth Echo: Edith Poppy Morris.Edith Poppy Morris.

From Molly Austin

Baby's full nameAria Austin

Baby's date of birth06/06/21

Place of birthPrincess Anne, Southampton

Weight of baby7lb7oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyIt was a wonderful experience, my sister Kenna Foy was my birthing partner. I went in on Saturday late evening and I was 2 cm and then the next morning I was 4! 2 hours it took me to go from 4 to 10 and I pushed to 2 hours before I had an episiotomy and forceps due to baby Aria being back to back! She came put with a whopping full head of hair!

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Bournemouth Echo: 6 days old6 days old
Bournemouth Echo: A month and 5 days old!A month and 5 days old!

From Molly Austin

Baby's full nameAria Austin

Baby's date of birth06/06/21

Place of birthPrincess Anne, Southampton

Weight of baby7lb7oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyIt was a wonderful experience, my sister Kenna Foy was my birthing partner. I went in on Saturday late evening and I was 2 cm and then the next morning I was 4! 2 hours it took me to go from 4 to 10 and I pushed to 2 hours before I had an episiotomy and forceps due to baby Aria being back to back! She came put with a whopping full head of hair!

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Bournemouth Echo: 6 days old6 days old
Bournemouth Echo: A month and 5 days old!A month and 5 days old!

From Kayleigh Richardson

Baby's full nameHugo Graham Richardson

Baby's date of birth16.07.21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsCharlie (8) and Harry (6)

Tell us your birth storyAfter a busy three months of getting engaged, planning a wedding, moving house, getting married, working full time as teachers (all whilst heavily pregnant) myself and my husband James welcomed our son Hugo after a very long labour! with me being called into hospital for an induction on the Monday but due to the hospital being overwhelmed I wasn’t actually induced till the Tuesday, they then told me there were no beds available on the labour ward so it wasn’t until Thursday I was moved to the labour ward. Hugo then needed an instrumental delivery in theatre and was born Friday morning… quite the labour but he’s here safe!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby HugoBaby Hugo
Bournemouth Echo: Hugo at home during the heatwave!Hugo at home during the heatwave!

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameIsabelle poppy shaw

Baby's date of birth24/7/21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7.4

Names of any siblingsCaiden

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Isabelle born 24/7/21 ?Baby Isabelle born 24/7/21 ?

From Tallulah Pollard

Baby's full nameTilly Powles

Baby's date of birth3rd July 21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 2oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old
Bournemouth Echo: 1 month old1 month old

From Charlene Josic

Baby's full nameModdy Lazar Hayward

Baby's date of birth28/07/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsKelly-Lyn, Ruby-lou , Tilly-Mae , Buster Hayward

Tell us your birth storyLast little bundle of joy to complete our family and named after his uncle moddy

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby moddyBaby moddy
Bournemouth Echo: Baby moddyBaby moddy

From Sara Colton

Baby's full nameEllianna Elizabeth Louise Colton

Baby's date of birth11 July 2021

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby6lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsTheo Colton

Tell us your birth storySo this birth was completly different to my first born, after being told our little girl wouldn't be more than 5lb at 38 alll our plans came crashing down and we planned to have a home birth we had the pool ready and everything and then to be told they was going to induce me at 39 weeks and there was no hope in a water birth or at home so that Friday we was told the ward was to busy to be induce and had to wait till Saturday but still had to come in for baby to be monitored... Saturday came and was told to come in at 7pm to be induce only to be told I was 3cm dilated and didn't need it so they wanted to break my waters yet again no beds for this to happen so we had to come back Sunday morning at 8am then to be told there was no bed still and to come back at 7pm by this time out little madam too matters in he town hands and contractions started just before we got to hospital do while watching the England match in hospital while waiting to go on to labour ward we finally got onto it and our princess was born at 11.40pm just after England lost x

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Bournemouth Echo: 2 week old photo shoot2 week old photo shoot
Bournemouth Echo: 2 week old photo shoot2 week old photo shoot

From Chloe Griffin

Baby's full nameNoa Blossom Huntley

Baby's date of birth28.07.21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 8.5oz

Names of any siblingsIndia Beau and Chester Apollo

Tell us your birth storyNoa was delivered via elective C section at Poole hospital. The staff were amazing from beginning to end, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience for our third. Massive respect for the NHS.

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Bournemouth Echo: Noa BlossomNoa Blossom

From Rachel Supple

Baby's full nameEvie Rose Sibley

Baby's date of birth14th May 2021

Place of birthSt Mary's, Poole

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/a, first child

Tell us your birth storyBeautiful Evie came into the world slightly early via planned c-section on the 14th May, due to being breech and mother having high blood pressure. First child to Rachel and Thomas.

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Bournemouth Echo: Evie Rose, a few hours oldEvie Rose, a few hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Evie Rose, now 11 weeks oldEvie Rose, now 11 weeks old

From Catherine Howells

Baby's full nameCeline Evelyn Howells

Baby's date of birth02/07/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 1

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyBorn week 41 via emergency C section. This is our first child and Dean (father) and I could not be happier.

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Bournemouth Echo: CelineCeline
Bournemouth Echo: Zoe ( age 6 months) meeting her new cousin CelineZoe ( age 6 months) meeting her new cousin Celine

From Natasha Brimson

Baby's full nameOscar Alexander James Brimson

Baby's date of birth10/06/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7 pounds 10oz

Names of any siblingsOllie and Millie

Tell us your birth storyOscar was a planned c section - everything about the day was so relaxed and my friend was my birthing partner and kept me giggling the whole day. Ollie and Millie are besotted with their new sibling

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Bournemouth Echo: The trioThe trio
Bournemouth Echo: Day 1Day 1

From Connie Eagles

Baby's full nameNiamh Eagles

Baby's date of birth07.06.2021

Place of birthPrincess Anne’s

Weight of baby8lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsArchie, Cabhan

Tell us your birth storyVery quick labour with only gas and air

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Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful baby niamhBeautiful baby niamh
Bournemouth Echo: Meeting her big brothersMeeting her big brothers

From Kerris Cobley

Baby's full nameLeah Raye Cobley

Baby's date of birth20th June 2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsEllie (big sister)

Tell us your birth storyLeah was born just over 2 weeks early on Father’s Day. It was a complete surprise after a very short labour of just under 2 hours, we can’t thank the midwives at Poole Maternity enough for all their hard work during the pregnancy and labour itself.

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Bournemouth Echo: LeahLeah

From Kimberley Jayne Rowland

Baby's full nameOscar James rowland

Baby's date of birth28/05/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsLawrence and Isabel and Caitlyn Rowland

Tell us your birth storyWent in to have c-section as he was breeched ended up having him turned and was born 4 hours later

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Bournemouth Echo: Oscar James Rowland born at 15:42Oscar James Rowland born at 15:42

From Aimee berry

Baby's full nameWilliam Bert frank churchill

Baby's date of birth19/5/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyWas born by emergency c section at 10.26am due to changing position in labour to transverse abit of a scary time but very worth the pain

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Bournemouth Echo: Cuddles with daddy christopherCuddles with daddy christopher
Bournemouth Echo: First cuddles with mummy after surgeryFirst cuddles with mummy after surgery

From Shara Wells

Baby's full nameBethany Grace Wells

Baby's date of birth23/01/2021

Place of birthSt Mary's Poole

Weight of baby9lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsAva 8 and James 3

Tell us your birth storyWas a pretty normal birth after my waters broke at home and was very straight forward until I tested positive for covid19 straight after birth and got moved to isolation at 4am!!! Was terrifying but we both came out unscathed thankfully. No lasting issues. Cannot thank the staff at Poole maternity, they were all so fantastic with us both given the circumstances.

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Bournemouth Echo: Enjoying an afternoon snoozeEnjoying an afternoon snooze

From Sammy Wentworth

Baby's full nameFreddie Marshall

Baby's date of birth11/01/21

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb10

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyMy name is Sammy and my partner Steve and I welcomed our little boy Freddie on 11th January weighing 8lb10 (exactly the same as what his Daddy was!) I ended up having an emergency c-section after a two day induction and labour but I had a really positive experience at Poole Maternity. I was in for 5 days altogether and the midwives were lovely and so understanding as our partners couldn’t obviously be with us. Freddie has just turned 4 months and has a cheeky personality already!

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Bournemouth Echo: My first Mother’s Day 2021My first Mother’s Day 2021
Bournemouth Echo: 4 months old now!4 months old now!

From Jamie Lee Sanders

Baby's full nameEvelyn Leigh Rouse

Baby's date of birth18/03/2021

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsFirst child

Tell us your birth storyAfter a long day in the hospital, safest way to get Evelyn out was through an emergency C-Section. 14 hours 44 minutes later she arrived at 4:54am. All the nurses and doctors were lovely. Her Father Thomas Rouse was excellent and so supportive throughout the whole experience.

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Bournemouth Echo: Evelyn Leigh with her dad Thomas Rouse. Our first ever picture.Evelyn Leigh with her dad Thomas Rouse. Our first ever picture.
Bournemouth Echo: Evelyn now 8 weeks old.Evelyn now 8 weeks old.

From Hedi brooks

Baby's full nameHunter mckai

Baby's date of birth11.4.21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 1oZ

Names of any siblingsEmily

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Bournemouth Echo: Hunter my gorgeous boyHunter my gorgeous boy

From Chantelle Cummins

Baby's full nameAyda Reeves

Baby's date of birth6/4/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsSavannah and chase

Tell us your birth storyAyda was born one week early in just 46 minutes! Obviously very eager to meet her big sister savannah and big brother chase who are absolutely besotted with her.

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Bournemouth Echo: 4 days old4 days old

From Charli Louise Perdrisat

Baby's full nameLuna Louise Perdrisat

Baby's date of birth07-03-2021

Place of birthSalisbury hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOn the 6th March 2021 I woke up with lots of pressure and braxston hicks pains, so me and my husband went for a drive around Bournemouth to distract me, I had them all day and then at 10pm my waters broke on the sofa and that’s when the pain started to get worse I phoned up the hospital and the lady said ‘ it doesn’t sounds like your in labour yet but just stay at home and when it gets worse then phone up again, I then said down the phone ‘I need to come in!!!!!’ They let me come in at that point just as well they did as I was 7cms dilated, my husband had to have a flow test and wait outside the hospital, just as I was about to start pushing I shouted where’s my husband? At that point the midwife went running out to find where he was, my husband came running in and after pushing for 20 mins our baby girl was born at 02:03am on Sunday 7th March

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Bournemouth Echo: 4 weeks old4 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: 8 weeks old8 weeks old

From Rianne Downey

Baby's full nameHenri Eric Thompson

Baby's date of birth28/04/21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsLittle brother to Jimmy & Alfie

Tell us your birth storyHenri Eric arrived safely at 9.38am, we had the most amazing care at poole maternity unit, thank you to each and every member of staff.

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Bournemouth Echo: First pictureFirst picture
Bournemouth Echo: On the ward.On the ward.

From Lauren jarman

Baby's full nameHenley chappell

Baby's date of birth13/03/2021

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity unit poole

Weight of baby4lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsHugo & Kyla-Faith Chappell

Tell us your birth storyHenley was born at 35 weeks, 5 weeks early by c-section when I started hemorrhaging. It was scary but he's absolutely beautiful and I would like to thank all the midwifes that supported me during lockdown whilst having henley and being in hospital for 6 days.

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Bournemouth Echo: Henley chappell in hospital, beautiful boyHenley chappell in hospital, beautiful boy
Bournemouth Echo: Look how tiny he isLook how tiny he is

From Karolina Krapavickiene

Baby's full nameMatas Krapavickas

Baby's date of birth24.04.2021

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby2.220kg

Names of any siblingsLeonas

Tell us your birth storyMatas come to this world at 37weeks little bit early but the most is in term and we don't need to stay at NICU for the month like with he's big brother Leonas which born at 33week.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby boy MatasBaby boy Matas

From Kerry Jones

Baby's full nameRonnie Carter

Baby's date of birth6.4.21

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 9ozs

Names of any siblingsCallum and Bella

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Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful baby boy Ronnie lolMy beautiful baby boy Ronnie lol

From Rosie Blackshaw

Baby's full nameBodhi George Mutton

Baby's date of birth04/04/2021

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby10.10lbs

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyWe were blessed with Bodhi 17 days early with him arriving on easter Sunday, during the pregnancy the doctors had been worried for his health due to his sizing but he arrived on the beautiful sunny Sunday via c section healthy and perfect with a beautiful mop of hair, after being called in the morning telling us to come down with his daddy by our side in surgery we couldn’t of been happier the moment we heard and saw Bodhi for the first time, the two nights in hospital we were supported and cared for so well by the midwifes, it meant alot as a first time mum and alone without visitors due to covid restrictions. Bodhi a month on is such a bright beautiful boy

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Bournemouth Echo: Bodhi looking smart for his mums birthday lunchBodhi looking smart for his mums birthday lunch
Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful easter born bunnyBeautiful easter born bunny

From Lucy phillips

Baby's full nameArthur loder

Baby's date of birth27.04.2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsShianne, freddie, alex and antony

Tell us your birth storyArther arrived 4 weeks premature after my water broke early, he is doing really well now and is just perfect in every way we couldn't imagine our life with out him in it we are all enjoying getting to know out new arrival

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Bournemouth Echo: Arthur just not ready to wake up yetArthur just not ready to wake up yet
Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping is Arthurs favourite activitySleeping is Arthurs favourite activity

From Sophie Squibb

Baby's full nameMaeve Reagan Melissa Hood

Baby's date of birth08/03/2021

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyAfter having a very intense labour little monkey here decided she didn’t want to come out and also wanted to be back to back and refused to turn when they tried and ended up having a c-section but I wouldn’t change my experience at all and do it all over again just to see her face! I’m still in shock that I grew this little human for 9 months

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Bournemouth Echo: Easter bunnyEaster bunny
Bournemouth Echo: Her first smile!Her first smile!

From Chantelle Pearson

Baby's full nameDarcie-Mae Albin

Baby's date of birth26/04/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsLeon, Riley, Rhianna, Macey and Maddie

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on the Sunday 8.30pm, I got to the stage of pushing but our daughters head just wasn’t coming down, ended up having doctors come in to see me and noticed baby was facing to the side and was stuck. Rushed to theatre for spinal injection and emergency forceps. Baby born 6.31am Monday morning.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our princess Darcie-MaeOur princess Darcie-Mae
Bournemouth Echo: Princess baby AlbinPrincess baby Albin

From Chrissi evans

Baby's full nameArchi

Baby's date of birth15/04/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby2942kg

Names of any siblingsMija, Lacey-Mai & Roman

Tell us your birth storyI had my beautiful baby boy on the 15th April he was born at 11:31 am

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Bournemouth Echo: ArchiArchi

From Mrs Josie Uden

Baby's full nameHenry Samuel Uden

Baby's date of birth20th April 2021

Place of birthDorchester Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsThomas

Tell us your birth storyOur gorgeous baby boy Henry born nearly two weeks late. His very proud big bro Thomas has taken on his new role of looking out for his baby brother brilliantly!

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Bournemouth Echo: Big brother Thomas meeting his little brother Henry for the first time.Big brother Thomas meeting his little brother Henry for the first time.
Bournemouth Echo: Smiling!Smiling!

From Gemma Hart (Partner called Danny)

Baby's full nameDarcie Grace Johnson

Baby's date of birth4th April 2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsTilly

Tell us your birth storyDarcie arrived 5 days late on Easter Sunday.

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Bournemouth Echo: Darcie 3 hours old.Darcie 3 hours old.

From Sharon D’Arcy-Hill

Baby's full nameHayden Elijah Hill

Baby's date of birth14/4/21

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsAbigail

Tell us your birth storyArrived 5 days early after planned induction to proud parents Andy Hill & Sharon D’Arcy-Hill and big sister Abigail

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Bournemouth Echo: Arrived 5 days early after planned induction to proud parents Andy Hill & Sharon D’Arcy-Hill and big sister AbigailArrived 5 days early after planned induction to proud parents Andy Hill & Sharon D’Arcy-Hill and big sister Abigail
Bournemouth Echo: Arrived 5 days early after planned induction to proud parents Andy Hill & Sharon D’Arcy-Hill and big sister AbigailArrived 5 days early after planned induction to proud parents Andy Hill & Sharon D’Arcy-Hill and big sister Abigail

From Marta Luisa Prince

Baby's full nameLogan James Prince

Baby's date of birth26/02/2021

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsEllie Lara Prince

Tell us your birth storyLogan arrived via emergency C-section after the Loss of our little girl Ellie who's passed away at 39+5. He's our rainbow baby boy. It was a very difficult 9 months of having to attend all appointments alone walking on those same corridors I had to walk with empty arms and a broken heart, but now I'm very lucky to be able to hold this little boy that will live his big sister legacy and keep her alive through him!

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Bournemouth Echo: LoganLogan
Bournemouth Echo: Logan jamesLogan james

From Rosie Blackshaw

Baby's full nameBodhi George Mutton

Baby's date of birth04/04/2021

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby10.10lbs

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyBodhi arrived on easter Sunday via cesarean at poole hospital after worries of complications in pregnancy was born healthy. The perfect baby boy.We were extremely well looked after by the poole hospital doctors and midwifes throughout our pregnancy and the birth. He is our easter miracle, his daddy Craig and mummy Rosie are over the moon and completely in love with Bodhi.

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Bournemouth Echo: One week old our beautiful boyOne week old our beautiful boy
Bournemouth Echo: BodhiBodhi

From Michelle Parnell

Baby's full nameJack Parnell

Baby's date of birth10.02.2021

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6.1lbs

Names of any siblingsEmma Parnell

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Bournemouth Echo: Jack Christopher ParnellJack Christopher Parnell
Bournemouth Echo: Emma and Jack ParnellEmma and Jack Parnell

From Dani Francis

Baby's full nameLily Bavin

Baby's date of birth02/03/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby5lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsNone

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Bournemouth Echo: My gorgeous princessMy gorgeous princess

From Angela Palmer

Baby's full nameFlorence Grace Moss

Baby's date of birth09/01/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8.15lb

Names of any siblingsNa

Tell us your birth storyHi I sent in the details of my granddaughter with permission from her parents, about 2 months ago I think. Can you confirm to me you have her details please and photo to print in the echo. Can you please, also tell me the date she will be featured in your lockdown baby page? Thank you very much Angela

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Bournemouth Echo: Taken by a friendTaken by a friend

From Adam Bentham

Baby's full nameIvy Faith Bentham

Baby's date of birth23/03/2021

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb3

Names of any siblingsNA

Tell us your birth storyArrived with her eyes open, as calm as anything, after causing quite the stir with an emergency C section.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Ivy relaxing at homeBaby Ivy relaxing at home

From Shannon Victoria Horan and Tyler Stainer

Baby's full nameSavannah Wendy May Stainer

Baby's date of birth14 December 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 1oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyMy rainbow 🌈 baby girl 👧 after me and Savannah’s daddy lost one in February before I fell pregnant 🤰 with Savannah in March!🙈❤️ Loved by so many ❤️❤️ Lots of love mummy and daddy❤️❤️

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Bournemouth Echo: Savannah’s 1st Easter ? 2021??Savannah’s 1st Easter ? 2021??
Bournemouth Echo: Savannah in her old bouncer ??Savannah in her old bouncer ??

From Alisha Critchell

Baby's full nameRocco Luis Critchell-Lane

Baby's date of birth17.3.2021

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby8lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsLuca aged 8

Tell us your birth storyBaby Rocco was born 4 days early weighing 8lb 10z. We are so in love and feel so lucky to have another beautiful son. Luca is such a proud big brother.

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Bournemouth Echo: Cuddles with big brother LucaCuddles with big brother Luca
Bournemouth Echo: Baby Rocco 1 week oldBaby Rocco 1 week old

From Charlotte Harris

Baby's full nameWoody Zane Brennan

Baby's date of birth30/03/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb’s

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyThe best way to start 2021 being blessed with our baby boy!

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Bournemouth Echo: Woody Zane Brennan - 30/03/2021Woody Zane Brennan - 30/03/2021

From Lauren jarman

Baby's full nameHenley chappell

Baby's date of birth13/03/2021

Place of birthSt Mary's hospital poole

Weight of baby4lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsHugo & Kyla-Faith Chappell

Tell us your birth storyArrived 5 weeks early, was a shock but he was really healthy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby boy henley chappellBaby boy henley chappell
Bournemouth Echo: He loves poutingHe loves pouting

From Gemma Fletcher

Baby's full nameRobin Hayley Fletcher

Baby's date of birth21.3.21

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby6lbs 11oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyBorn 12 days early, to parents Gemma & Steve Fletcher. A beautiful little sister to her big sisters and brothers, completing our family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby RobinBaby Robin
Bournemouth Echo: Baby RobinBaby Robin

From Jamie Sanders

Baby's full nameEvelyn Leigh Rouse

Baby's date of birth18/03/2012

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 11

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyBorn after an emergency c-section. Staff at Poole Hospital were so good with the aftercare and throughout the labour. Stayed in hospital for a total of 4 days but they made it pleasant. First child for us. Due date was 17th March but thankfully came on the 18th.

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Bournemouth Echo: Evelyn being handed to her daddyEvelyn being handed to her daddy
Bournemouth Echo: A week after she was born and settled into her homeA week after she was born and settled into her home

From Crystal Lockyer

Baby's full nameFaith Esmeralda Louise Lockyer

Baby's date of birth16th December 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby5lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsCrystal, William, Tamzin and Fletcher

Tell us your birth storyFaith was born 8weeks premature and stayed in NICU for just under 3weeks. She came home on the 5th January (day before lockdown) and still hasn't met most of her family but is thriving and her siblings are very smitten. Mum is a community nurse in Christchurch who worked through her pregnancy, we are very proud of her.

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Bournemouth Echo: Newborn in nicuNewborn in nicu
Bournemouth Echo: Home and thrivingHome and thriving

From Katie Crouch

Baby's full nameMia Elizabeth Crouch

Baby's date of birth04/03/2021

Place of birthSt Mary’s - Poole

Weight of baby7lbs 5oz

Names of any siblingsBrody Crouch

Tell us your birth storyMia arrived very quickly after a short induction at St Mary’s maternity unit

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Bournemouth Echo: Mia Elizabeth CrouchMia Elizabeth Crouch

From Elizabeth Collins

Baby's full nameEden Sakura Collins-Standring

Baby's date of birth31/01/21

Place of birthSt Clements Gardens, Boscombe

Weight of baby8lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsBrett, Courtney, Lucie and Owen

Tell us your birth storyEden made a very fast and dramatic entrance into the world just 45 minutes after dad Charlie called for an ambulance as mum Elizabeth’s labour intensified quickly just minutes after calling labour ward at Poole hospital.

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Bournemouth Echo: Minutes old!Minutes old!
Bournemouth Echo: And at 7 weeksAnd at 7 weeks

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameVaanya

Baby's date of birth28/12/2020

Place of birthSouthampton(priencess Anne)

Weight of baby700grm

Names of any siblingsNo

Tell us your birth storyEmergency C Section due to serve preeclampsia transfer to Southampton,Vaany born on 28Dec 28+3week.She is in St Mary NICU.

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Bournemouth Echo: Vaanya 28+3weeker,In Poole NICUVaanya 28+3weeker,In Poole NICU

From Silvia Elena Dima

Baby's full nameMia Montini

Baby's date of birth01/11/2020

Place of birthBournemouth

Weight of baby3322

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI had the most amazing home birth during pandemic. Thanks to my wonderful midwife! She’s been amazing! Best experience ever!

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Bournemouth Echo: Hello world!Hello world!
Bournemouth Echo: My first pic!My first pic!

From Marta Luísa Prince

Baby's full nameLogan James Prince

Baby's date of birth26th of February 2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsEllie Lara Prince

Tell us your birth storyAfter giving birth to Logan's stillborn baby sister, Ellie Lara Prince born sleeping at 39+5 back on the 1st of April 2020 (also a lockdown birth), I feel Pregnant with my rainbow baby boy shortly after, and I was due to be induced on the 25th of February at 37 weeks. Logan was constantly changing position due to polyhydramnios and when I went in to be induced he was Transverse, with the risk of a Cord Prolapse I was kept in and had a emergency cesarian section on the 26th of February. Logan was born at 18:06 weighing a healthy 8lbs 4oz at 37+1!

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Bournemouth Echo: Logan James PrinceLogan James Prince

From Shara Wells

Baby's full nameBethany Grace Wells

Baby's date of birth23/01/2021

Place of birthSt Mary's Poole

Weight of baby9lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsAva 8 and James 3

Tell us your birth storyBethany was born almost a week late but very straight forward birth. The staff at St Mary's were absolutely fantastic and a special thank you to Megan and Bethany the 2 midwives who helped me through labour and delivery!

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Bournemouth Echo: Its tiring being this cuteIts tiring being this cute

From Heather-Rose Oakley

Baby's full nameNala-Rose French

Baby's date of birth26/11/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsTayler, Damon, Laila & Oakley

Tell us your birth storyNala-Rose was born at 34+4 and stayed in NICU for 11 days. She come home just in time for Christmas!

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Bournemouth Echo: Nala-Rose FrenchNala-Rose French

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameMelody Pearl da Luz

Baby's date of birth27/02/2021

Place of birthSt. Mary’s, Poole

Weight of baby8lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyThe first grandchild in both families, loved and adored by all.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleepy timeSleepy time
Bournemouth Echo: CuteCute

From Amy Louise Cook

Baby's full nameLouie James Cook

Baby's date of birth07/01/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby9lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsEva Rose Cook

Tell us your birth storyLouie kept us waiting a full 12 days before making a fast appearance on the 7th Jan weighing a healthy 9lb 6oz! Big sister Eva was over the moon to meet her little brother after a brief stay in hospital.

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Bournemouth Echo: Proud big sister Eva!Proud big sister Eva!
Bournemouth Echo: All dressed up for big sister Eva's 3rd birthdayAll dressed up for big sister Eva's 3rd birthday

From Katt Corkett

Baby's full nameIsobelle Phoebe Lynn Corkett

Baby's date of birth27th September 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby8lb 10ozs

Names of any siblingsFred, Chester, Evie-Jean

Tell us your birth storyWe waited the weekend for a space in the delivery suite, got in and had my waters broke. Just a few hours later Isobelle was born, making us a family of 6. She's an absolute joy to be around and her siblings are all smitten! Can't thank the staff at Poole Maternity enough, for keeping everything as normal as they could for mums to be!

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Bournemouth Echo: Fred, Chester, Evie-Jean and Isobelle.Fred, Chester, Evie-Jean and Isobelle.
Bournemouth Echo: Isobelle, 6 months.Isobelle, 6 months.

From Leah Keeping

Baby's full nameIris Jane Ealey

Baby's date of birth22/01/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyThe most magical experience of my life! Two hours of active labour and with only gas and air little Iris arrived at 8:24am! She’s just perfect and we’re the happiest little family of three.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Iris at 3 weeks oldBaby Iris at 3 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Iris ready to leave hospital!Iris ready to leave hospital!

From Mariella Mace

Baby's full nameHenry James Mace

Baby's date of birth17/03/21

Place of birthDorchester Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 8ozs

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyOur first baby, was a long delivery but midwives at Dorchester were amazing! Lost a lot of blood and developed sepsis but was totally worth it in the end. Spent 4 days in hospital but now home and all doing well.

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Bournemouth Echo: Henry James MaceHenry James Mace

From Jessica Correia

Baby's full nameHarry Charlie Correia

Baby's date of birth03/03/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby7lb 15 ounces

Names of any siblingsDaniel and lucas

Tell us your birth storyI'm a midwife at Poole and worked through the first and second lockdown and gave birth in the third. The birth itself was super quick and I was looked after by some of my amazing collegues including natalie, alison, Emma and nicky. I can't thank my amazing work friends enough for keeping us safe and providing such amazing care.

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Bournemouth Echo: Harry Charlie CorreiaHarry Charlie Correia

From Priya Chintawar

Baby's full nameSamar Narlawar

Baby's date of birth09/11/20/0

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby2.8Kg

Names of any siblings-

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From Priya Chintawar

Baby's full nameSamar Narlawar

Baby's date of birth09/11/20/0

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby2.8Kg

Names of any siblings-

Tell us your birth story

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From Alicia Penman

Baby's full nameIsla Josephine Penman

Baby's date of birth02/03/21

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby5lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyDaughter to first time parents, Alicia & Dean. Isla Josephine Penman is their miracle IVF baby. Born via c-section in Poole Hospital on 2/3/21.

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Bournemouth Echo: Isla Josephine Penman, 5lb 11oz, 02/03/21.Isla Josephine Penman, 5lb 11oz, 02/03/21.
Bournemouth Echo: Isla Josephine Penman, 5lb 11oz, 02/03/21.Isla Josephine Penman, 5lb 11oz, 02/03/21.

From Alisha critchell

Baby's full nameRocco Critchell-Lane

Baby's date of birth17.3.2021

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby8lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsBig brother Luca age 8

Tell us your birth storyBaby Rocco was born 4 days early at Poole hospital at 8.09pm. He is absolutely perfect in every way! Mummy, Daddy and big brother Luca are so in love with you Rocco!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Rocco one week old!Baby Rocco one week old!
Bournemouth Echo: Baby Rocco a few hours old xBaby Rocco a few hours old x

From Kirsty Street

Baby's full nameAlana street

Baby's date of birth24/2/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby6lb11

Names of any siblingsFinley

Tell us your birth storyAlana made a super quick arrival into the world 16days early on 24/2/2021 just in time to celebrate her big brother Finleys first birthday!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby AlanaBaby Alana

From Eleni barnes

Baby's full nameNelly Valentina mizen

Baby's date of birth25/01/21

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby5lb 13

Names of any siblingsWilliam and Henry

Tell us your birth storyNelly was born on the 25th of January 2021 , she’s the best thing to happen to our family and definitely completed it.

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Bournemouth Echo: Nelly Valentina mizenNelly Valentina mizen
Bournemouth Echo: Nelly Valentina mizenNelly Valentina mizen

From Kristy Michelle Thompson/ dad is Stuart Craig Thompson

Baby's full nameAntalya Montana Thompson

Baby's date of birth28/02/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby6lb14oz

Names of any siblingsCharlie Thompson, Harvey Thompson, Tayson Thompson, Chace Thompson, Rome Thompson

Tell us your birth storyOur baby girl was our sixth baby and we didn’t find out what we were having, we already have 5 boys together, she was born 4 days early after being taken into hospital for them to try to bring the labour on early I was in hospital for 2 days, they broke my waters at 12.30am on the 28th February and after labour not progressing but having regular contractions every 2 minutes I was eventually put on a drip to help things along and finally after a very long labour In our little girl was born at 17:57pm! We were both in so much shock but so happy to finally have a little girl after 16 years of having just boys! Our oldest son charlie is 16, Harvey is 13,Tayson is 9, Chace is 8, Rome is 4. Our family is complete!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Antalya Montana ThompsonBaby Antalya Montana Thompson
Bournemouth Echo: Antalya Montana ThompsonAntalya Montana Thompson

From Sophie Louise Squibb

Baby's full nameMaeve Reagan Melissa Hood

Baby's date of birth8/03/2021

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyAfter a very interesting labour and little one being in a difficult position ended up having a cesarean

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old

From Tamzin Lee

Baby's full nameOrla Summer Amber Donohoe

Baby's date of birth16/08/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity unit

Weight of baby6lbs 11oz

Names of any siblingsArchie Donohoe

Tell us your birth storyArriving 2 weeks early following a complicated birth we were blessed with our perfect & healthy baby girl. She has been our little ray of sunshine through these lockdowns & worrying times. Her favourite things to do are pouting & bouncing.

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Bournemouth Echo: Orla meeting her brother Archie when we came home from the hospitalOrla meeting her brother Archie when we came home from the hospital
Bournemouth Echo: At 6 months old, she has already perfected her signature poseAt 6 months old, she has already perfected her signature pose

From Naomi m Maple

Baby's full nameBjorn Victor Tattam

Baby's date of birth27.10.2020

Place of birthHomebirth, Hamworthy poole

Weight of baby7lb1oz

Names of any siblingsSakura

Tell us your birth storyBorn at home in the birthing pool at 39weeks +6 days after 3 hours of active Labour. We had Netflix on in the background and baby came in time for dinner. 2 hours after being born mummy was tucked up in bed with a takeaway to celebrate. 2 year old sister Sakura loves helping mummy care for little brother.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bjorn at 4 months smiling at his 2 year old sister who's taking the photoBjorn at 4 months smiling at his 2 year old sister who's taking the photo
Bournemouth Echo: Bjorn at 4 months and big sister SakuraBjorn at 4 months and big sister Sakura

From Jazmine Richardson

Baby's full nameVinnie Jay lucifer Moore

Baby's date of birth22-01-21

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7IB7Oz

Names of any siblingsNevaeh

Tell us your birth storyAfter an incredible birth I was rushed to theatre after my placenta got stuck for over an hour . They struggled to get it out in theatre resulting in 3liters of blood loss . My veins collapsed and I turned blue . So many doctors rushed in to help . I felt myself going , my whole life flashed before my eyes in seconds and my eyes shut . I woke up in recovery . I really thought I was gone and I nearly died bringing my beautiful boy into this world . Im truly lucky to be here

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Bournemouth Echo: I'm so happy I got to hold my baby boy before being rushed in theaterI'm so happy I got to hold my baby boy before being rushed in theater
Bournemouth Echo: Nevaeh being a proud big sisterNevaeh being a proud big sister

From Lisa Williamson

Baby's full nameBarnaby William Hall

Baby's date of birth04/03/21

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsMatilda, Frankie, Louis

Tell us your birth storyRainbow baby , after having 2 miscarriages, very anxious pregnancy despite having no complications. Was induced on 3/3/21 and baby had cord round neck, midwives were brilliant and doctor delivered him safely

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby BarnabyBaby Barnaby
Bournemouth Echo: Baby Barnaby back at homeBaby Barnaby back at home

From Ella Mitchell

Baby's full nameElsie Rae Wilkinson

Baby's date of birth28th September 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsFirst baby

Tell us your birth storyElsie was born 2 days early on the 28th September 2020 at 6:22pm weighing 6lb 1oz at Poole maternity hospital. First baby to David Wilkinson and Ella Mitchell. The midwifes were brilliant and very supportive. Elsie is now 5 months old and her constant smiles get us through the lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: 28/09/2028/09/20
Bournemouth Echo: 19/02/2119/02/21

From Abigail hayward

Baby's full nameBonnie Rae hayward

Baby's date of birth25/02/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsCasie, Jacob & keira

Tell us your birth story8 days overdue Born by emergency csection at 22:37 stayed in hospital for 6 days due to problems with feeding and a duct in her heart that hasn’t closed now doing well at home

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Bournemouth Echo: Ready to go homeReady to go home
Bournemouth Echo: All wrapped upAll wrapped up

From Chloe Pearl Tennant

Baby's full nameLouis Alexander Brown

Baby's date of birth28/08/2020

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby8lb11

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy waters broke on my due date but ended up having to get induced due to reduced movements. Louis was born via forceps delivery after being in 40 hours of labour.

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Bournemouth Echo: Louis ready to go home from hospitalLouis ready to go home from hospital
Bournemouth Echo: Louis now 6 months old and still a lockdown babyLouis now 6 months old and still a lockdown baby

From Charlotte Craddock-Marks

Baby's full nameGrace Piper Craddock-Marks

Baby's date of birth08/02/21

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby4.16 lb

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyGrace was born at 34 weeks, both grace and mum spent two weeks in hospital. Grace is doing really well now she’s finally home and is much adored by both her mummies Charlie and Tracy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Grace Piper Craddock-MarksGrace Piper Craddock-Marks
Bournemouth Echo: Grace Piper Craddock-MarksGrace Piper Craddock-Marks

From Hollie Moore

Baby's full nameJack Avery Hill

Baby's date of birth20/06/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity, haven suite

Weight of baby8lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsSister- Paisley 3 years old

Tell us your birth storyJack was born 3 days early in his grandads 70th birthday. A nice calm birth with daddy present in the haven suite, we took him home the same day to his adoring sister and they've been thick as theives ever since

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old
Bournemouth Echo: NewbornNewborn

From Marika Bugajna-Jader

Baby's full nameMarcel Jader

Baby's date of birth03.03.21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby3.905 kg

Names of any siblingsBorys

Tell us your birth storyI have an induction labour booked on a due date. My waters broke around 21:30 I though that my baby would be born next day but Marcel decided to come just on the last minutes on 03.03.21 at 23:52. I was giving birth in the water. It was the best choice ever. I was calm and relaxed because I knew what’s going to happen. Now I am happy mum of two boys.

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Bournemouth Echo: Little Marcel with his big brother. He loves him.Little Marcel with his big brother. He loves him.
Bournemouth Echo: Marcel after his first bath.Marcel after his first bath.

From Jade forse

Baby's full nameSharday-Marie Jade Mitchell

Baby's date of birth25-2-2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7 14lbs

Names of any siblingsAlfie-lee Tyriece Destini

Tell us your birth storyAre little rainbow baby born 2 weeks early. Doing really well.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sharday-MarieSharday-Marie

From Angela Palmer

Baby's full nameFlorence Grace Moss

Baby's date of birth09/01/2021

Place of birthSt Mary’s Hospital Poole

Weight of baby8lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsPuppies Minnie and Murphy

Tell us your birth storyFlorence is a smiley cuddly baby. Parents Jay Moss and Jade Rose welcomed their 1st child 9th January 2021.

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Bournemouth Echo: Chilling after a bath in her dressing gown She’s nearly 8 weeks now. She’s very alert and enjoys the family’s two dogs playing in front of her. Likes noise to fall asleep to. My first grandchild she’s an absolute delight.This photo was taken by her mum.Chilling after a bath in her dressing gown She’s nearly 8 weeks now. She’s very alert and enjoys the family’s two dogs playing in front of her. Likes noise to fall asleep to. My first grandchild she’s an absolute delight.This photo was taken by her mum.
Bournemouth Echo: The day she was born. This is the first photo I received. She took a while to be born a long labour,  but she weighed almost 9lb Photo taken by her fatherThe day she was born. This is the first photo I received. She took a while to be born a long labour, but she weighed almost 9lb Photo taken by her father

From Victoria Diment

Baby's full nameTobias Diment

Baby's date of birth17/2/21

Place of birthAt home - Christchurch supported by Bournemouth midwives

Weight of baby9lbs 2oz

Names of any siblingsBobby and Thomas

Tell us your birth storyBorn at home within 2 hours in a birth pool surrounded by his eldest brother and father Jay. Supported by 2 amazing Bournemouth midwives for a beautiful labour and Toby was delivered by Jay.

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Bournemouth Echo: 3 brothers together.3 brothers together.

From Stephanie Feltham

Baby's full nameAmelia Anne Sheen

Baby's date of birthThursday 6th August 2020

Place of birthSalisbury District Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyHappening all in one day. I started to get pains midmorning and thought nothing of it, these carried on throughout the day and without realising it as it was getting a little late I ended up going into labour at home and by the time we got to the hospital it went very quickly from there. We walked through the doors and by the time I reached the bed I was ready to push. 25 minutes after arriving at the hospital my beautiful daughter Amelia entered the world! Born on Thursday 6th August weighing 6lb 6oz at 21:56pm

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Bournemouth Echo: First night in the hospital as I was starting to get used to my first day of being a new mum.First night in the hospital as I was starting to get used to my first day of being a new mum.
Bournemouth Echo: Amelia all ready to go home after spending a couple of nights on hospital to make sure everything was okay. We couldn't wait to get you home and finally be a family of 3!Amelia all ready to go home after spending a couple of nights on hospital to make sure everything was okay. We couldn't wait to get you home and finally be a family of 3!

From Sarah Krajicek

Baby's full nameTeddy George Rooker

Baby's date of birth12/12/20

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 10lb

Names of any siblingsLola Grace

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Teddy GeorgeTeddy George

From Nikki Bates

Baby's full nameAmelia-mae Armstrong

Baby's date of birth27.11.2020

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity unit, Poole hopstial

Weight of baby6lb 13

Names of any siblingsBig sister Isabelle 11year old

Tell us your birth storyWas 5 days late and I new she would come on my (mummy's) birthday 27 Novemeber so we now share the same birthday!!! went in on the Thursday to be induced had waters broken Friday lunchtime when tom (daddy) was aloud to come in and she arrived at 4.56pm.

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Bournemouth Echo: Amelia-mae Armstrong Weighed 6lb 13 Born 4.56pmAmelia-mae Armstrong Weighed 6lb 13 Born 4.56pm

From Qavi baig

Baby's full nameAbraham Baig

Baby's date of birth28/11/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby13 lbs

Names of any siblingsShanzay Baig and Aryan Baig

Tell us your birth storyWe were blessed with Abraham Baig in November 2020, making our family complete. One of the lockdown babies 😊 both Shanzay and Aryan can’t stop giving hugs and kisses to this little man and are already very proud of Him ❤️

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Bournemouth Echo: Siblings ?Siblings ?
Bournemouth Echo: AbrahamBaigAbrahamBaig

From Eleni barnes

Baby's full nameNelly Valentina

Baby's date of birth25/01/21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsWilliam and Henry

Tell us your birth storyMy little nelly was born via cesarean section on the 25th of January weighing 5lb 13oz, she’s such a beautiful little baby and that finally puzzle piece to our family we’re all so blessed and love her dearly!

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Bournemouth Echo: Nelly ValentinaNelly Valentina
Bournemouth Echo: 3 days old3 days old

From Kayleigh hancock

Baby's full nameRuby mae carnie

Baby's date of birth17/08/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 9

Names of any siblingsLillie and Ella

Tell us your birth storyRuby mae was welcomed into the world 9 days before her due date and arrived safely and is now a little sister to Lillie and Ella

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Bournemouth Echo: Ruby-mae CarnieRuby-mae Carnie

From Kayleigh hancock

Baby's full nameRuby mae carnie

Baby's date of birth17/08/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 9

Names of any siblingsLillie and Ella

Tell us your birth storyRuby mae was welcomed into the world 9 days before her due date and arrived safely and is now a little sister to Lillie and Ella

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Bournemouth Echo: Ruby-mae CarnieRuby-mae Carnie

From Samantha Dancer

Baby's full nameCody Jack Hayes

Baby's date of birth21.2.21

Place of birthSalisbury Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 15.5oz

Names of any siblingsJacob and Myla (Dancer)

Tell us your birth storyOur lockdown baby was due to exit mid March but had other ideas and I went into labour a month early. I am a midwife and rare birth ever goes to plan for us! He has brightened our world and we are so happy to have him here!

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Bournemouth Echo: Two very proud siblings. They are incredibly helpful and adore him.Two very proud siblings. They are incredibly helpful and adore him.
Bournemouth Echo: Our bundle of joy and something beautiful made in 2020.Our bundle of joy and something beautiful made in 2020.

From Kimberlie Walker

Baby's full namePoppy Morris Walker

Baby's date of birth09/11/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lb15oz

Names of any siblingsArabella (Bella) Kendle Walker

Tell us your birth storyI was booked for elective c-section one week before my due date on 10/11. Poppy decided to make an appearance on 9/11 instead. Contractions started late night on 7/11 and we arrived at hospital early hours of 8/11, I was prepped for theatre and given injections to slow contractions then continued to labour with gas and air. Went into theatre around 9am on 9/11 and was crouched over the operating table about to have my epidural when my waters broke just seconds before the needle would’ve gone in. Poppy came naturally by 9.24am! Poppy’s middle name is Morris after my Grandad who sadly passed away on 10/11 at Poole hospital.

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Bournemouth Echo: Poppy and BellaPoppy and Bella
Bournemouth Echo: PoppyPoppy

From Stephanie Down

Baby's full nameXavier Frederick Down

Baby's date of birth05.02.21

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lbs 10oz

Names of any siblingsSebastian Down

Tell us your birth storyXavier, little brother to Sebastian, born at 5.22am after a 24hr wait on ward for a space on the birthing suite, during a busy week! The midwifery team were all amazing.

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Bournemouth Echo: Xavier FrederickXavier Frederick
Bournemouth Echo: Xavier & SebastianXavier & Sebastian

From Tammy knight

Baby's full nameOscar Christopher knight

Baby's date of birth10/02/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby9lbs 6

Names of any siblingsMarcus 9 Owen 1

Tell us your birth storyOscar is our 3rd boy I started having contractions on Tuesday morning carried on through the day and then they got stronger during the night at about 3am we rang the hospital and told me to come in when we sorted child care. Got to the hospital at 5:30am and by 9:11am he was here.

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Bournemouth Echo: Marcus 9 Owen 1 Oscar 10 days Proud daddyMarcus 9 Owen 1 Oscar 10 days Proud daddy
Bournemouth Echo: Couple of hours oldCouple of hours old

From Lauren Hacker

Baby's full nameHarry & Harvey Challis

Baby's date of birth28.01.21

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity hospital poole

Weight of baby5lb 13oz & 6lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsEllie

Tell us your birth storyArrived at 36 weeks via elective c-section, such a very relaxed experience and they arrived in good health and screaming at 5lb 13 & 6lb 1. The covid restrictions meant my partner couldn't stay for long after their arrival and wasnt able to visit us with my daughter Ellie (5) until it was time to leave for home a few days later. Ellie was super excited to meet her brothers and is the best big sister.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ellie Harry HarveyEllie Harry Harvey
Bournemouth Echo: Harry HarveyHarry Harvey

From Kate Earp

Baby's full nameTeddy Bagshaw

Baby's date of birth10/02/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 9oz

Names of any siblingsOscar 14, Daisie 11, Autumn 18 months

Tell us your birth storyTeddy was 12 days late, baby number 4 for myself and my partner Lee.Photo is Teddy with his sister Autumn

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Bournemouth Echo: Teddy and AutumnTeddy and Autumn
Bournemouth Echo: Autumn and TeddyAutumn and Teddy

From Sarah Jones

Baby's full nameEliya Grace Jones

Baby's date of birth17.02.2021

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity Hospital Poole

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsEden and Noah

Tell us your birth storyEliya Grace Jones made a quick arrival at Poole Hospital on the 17th February. She was soon home having cuddles with big sister Eden and brother Noah.

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Bournemouth Echo: Eliya Grace Jones made a quick arrival at Poole Hospital on the 17th February.  She was soon home having cuddles with big sister Eden and brother Noah.Eliya Grace Jones made a quick arrival at Poole Hospital on the 17th February. She was soon home having cuddles with big sister Eden and brother Noah.

From Emelia Middleton

Baby's full nameNoah Dennis William Gofton

Baby's date of birth11th December 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity unit

Weight of baby6lbs 2oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyI went in to hospital due to high blood pressure when they decided to induce me, when they went to induce me I was already in labour. I was in hospital all night then had my waters broken the next day it was so painful being in labour then his head got stuck on my pubic bone so I had to have an emergency c section:)

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Bournemouth Echo: Here is Noah all snuggled and messing around with his blanket.Here is Noah all snuggled and messing around with his blanket.
Bournemouth Echo: Here is Noah when he still looked adorable and like a newborn, he was 6 days old.Here is Noah when he still looked adorable and like a newborn, he was 6 days old.

From Amy Macwhirter

Baby's full nameNelly Macwhirter Lockie-Bartholomew

Baby's date of birth23/07/1996

Place of birthAt home

Weight of baby8lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyNelly was born at home on 24 December 2020! Our wonderful little lockdown baby ❤️ . Thank you so much for reading x

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Nelly smiling away!Baby Nelly smiling away!

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameNola Grace Ho

Baby's date of birth29/12/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7 pound 2oz

Names of any siblingsElijah Arthur Ho

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Nola GraceNola Grace
Bournemouth Echo: Nola GraceNola Grace

From Abbie Park

Baby's full nameArthur Barnes

Baby's date of birth6th October 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity hospital poole

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsHarry

Tell us your birth storyAfter what seemed like a day of labour we welcomed Arthur into the world at 21.40 on 6th October 2020 promoting our first born Harry to a big brother. We were all so overwhelmed with joy!

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Bournemouth Echo: Within 1 minute of being bornWithin 1 minute of being born
Bournemouth Echo: 10 days old10 days old

From Jodie plaister

Baby's full nameElla Marie blackman

Baby's date of birth18/12/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsConnie Rose, Sadie Mae, Freya, Betsy

Tell us your birth storyWas due Christmas Day but decided to make a early arrival on the 18th best Christmas present ever.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ella-Marie BlackmanElla-Marie Blackman
Bournemouth Echo: Daddy and Ella MarieDaddy and Ella Marie

From Eliot Fraser

Baby's full nameCallie Jane Fraser

Baby's date of birth14/02/2021

Place of birthPoole Haven

Weight of baby8Lbs

Names of any siblingsFirst child.

Tell us your birth storyWe had a beautiful little girl, born at 22:48 after 6hrs 30 mins In Labour. Mummy Emma was magic, giving birth naturally on only gas & air. I am the proudest dad.

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Bournemouth Echo: Banana for size reference.Banana for size reference.
Bournemouth Echo: She is just an Angel.She is just an Angel.

From Elizabeth Collins

Baby's full nameEden Sakura Collins Standring

Baby's date of birth31/01/21

Place of birthAt home in Boscombe

Weight of baby8lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsBrett, Courtney, Lucie and Owen

Tell us your birth storyBaby Eden arrived in dramatic fashion only an hour after the call to the labour ward, having to be delivered by paramedics at home. She has just been called Baby for the last two weeks, even some family and friends still don’t know her name, but we guess it is now decided as it’s in the Echo for all to see!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Eden at 12 days oldBaby Eden at 12 days old
Bournemouth Echo: One day oldOne day old

From Caz Pitcher

Baby's full nameFinlay George Pitcher

Baby's date of birth26 Jan 2021

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyFinlay George Pitcher was born at 3.10pm on 26 Jan 2021 weighing 6lb 12oz to new parents, Jamie and Caz. A huge thank you to the incredible staff at Poole Hospital Maternity for their outstanding care and professionalism, especially during these difficult times.

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Bournemouth Echo: Finlay George PitcherFinlay George Pitcher
Bournemouth Echo: Finlay George PitcherFinlay George Pitcher

From Louise Millward

Baby's full nameJack David Plucknett

Baby's date of birth01/09/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: It hard work being so beautiful.It hard work being so beautiful.
Bournemouth Echo: Our happy little chappy.Our happy little chappy.

From Corinna Harradine

Baby's full nameFinn Cook

Baby's date of birth29th October 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8 lb 7

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyFinn was delivered by caesarean in a record speed of 3 minutes. Finn is first born to Alex and Corinna, he can’t wait to see all his family and friends.

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Bournemouth Echo: Finn loves a good chat and is full of smilesFinn loves a good chat and is full of smiles
Bournemouth Echo: Finn likes to surprise mummy and daddy with 2am poo poo’sFinn likes to surprise mummy and daddy with 2am poo poo’s

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameArley LJ Irving-Ha

Baby's date of birth17th November 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsRiley, Huntley and Bexley

Tell us your birth storyArley was born a month early, he wasn’t in fact due till 16th December. He was transverse so I had to have and emergency c-section under anaesthetic as he wanted out quickly! We had to spend 10 very long days in the TCU part of the post natal ward due to some complications with Arleys weight and feeding, however all the staff and nurses were amazing with all the stress of covid and no visitors allowed it was a very stressful and lonely time but they helped us through it, and by time we got home Arleys daddy and big brothers were even more excited to have lots of cuddles

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Bournemouth Echo: ArleyArley

From Ebony Rae Hulse

Baby's full nameNellie-Rae Philippa Hulse

Baby's date of birth05/11/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsFirst baby.

Tell us your birth storyNellie-Rae was born at 22:47 on the first day of the second lockdown, born via emergency c section! I couldn’t thank you midwifes and doctors enough for what they did for Nellie-Rae and I!

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Bournemouth Echo: The first outfit Nellie-Rae woreThe first outfit Nellie-Rae wore
Bournemouth Echo: Nellie-Rae’s first night homeNellie-Rae’s first night home

From Charlotte Kennedy

Baby's full nameHarvey Jeffery

Baby's date of birth25th November 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby6lb12oz

Names of any siblingsWilliam Jeffery

Tell us your birth storyHarvey who was due on his brothers birthday decided to come 3 weeks and a day early. My waters went naturally at 7pm and he arrived safely the next morning at 8.05am. We stayed in hospital for 1 week due to my high blood pressure, but the midwives were fabulous and it was bliss to be in a bubble away from the news and outside world. Although, we were excited to be reunited with daddy and a very proud big brother.

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Bournemouth Echo: HarveyHarvey
Bournemouth Echo: Lots of cuddles in LockdownLots of cuddles in Lockdown

From Louise Kate Allum

Baby's full nameBodhi-Ray

Baby's date of birth12-06-2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby8lbs 15oz

Names of any siblings[NONE]

Tell us your birth storyBodhi-Ray was born on a sunny Friday morning by cesarean section, with my amazing partner, Bodhi's wonderful father, by my side. It was the most exciting day of our lives! Bo was taken straight to the ICU as he had swallowed some fluid and so we spent the weekend together in the hospital, getting to know eachother through his incubator wall. We both came home healthy and happy to be a family 3 days later and he is sunshine in our lives.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ready for bedReady for bed
Bournemouth Echo: Always smilingAlways smiling

From Rachel Constantine

Baby's full nameQuill Cassius Constantine -Tatchell

Baby's date of birth31/03/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsEthan,lily,.Felix,Oscar, Dexter,Trixie

Tell us your birth storyQuill arrived in the first lockdown, my husband Jack Constantine couldn’t be with us to meet his son because he was with Dexter our then 5 year old having proton Beam radiation and running Lush did girls from a far in Manchester, during the start of lock down, as Dexter was diagnosed with a rare inoperable cancer in his face . The lockdown and shielding with a baby repeatedly has been very challenging. Since March last year. Coming up to his first birthday he’s been very few places other than nursery but has been a true therapy baby to help Dexter through treatment and they adore one another. Dexter and Jack didn’t meet Quill till he was three weeks old.

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Bournemouth Echo: Quill & his brother this month.Quill & his brother this month.
Bournemouth Echo: Dexter and Quill shielding from the pandemic together in April 2020Dexter and Quill shielding from the pandemic together in April 2020

From Hannah Rose Biles

Baby's full nameRosie Louise Davies

Baby's date of birthMonday 28th September 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby5lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsN/A (first born)

Tell us your birth storyMum induced 3 weeks early due to placenta problems which resulted in emergency category 1 Caesarean section due to placenta abruption. Both recovered well.

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Bournemouth Echo: Hello world I’m Rosie (first announcement photo)Hello world I’m Rosie (first announcement photo)
Bournemouth Echo: Rosie’s first hold of her daddy’s handRosie’s first hold of her daddy’s hand

From Lizzie Holton-Frances

Baby's full nameAlbert William Kit Holton-Frances

Baby's date of birth09/01/21

Place of birthHome birth- Bournemouth

Weight of baby8 Ib 12 oz

Names of any siblingsTilly and Teddy

Tell us your birth storyBertie was born on his due date at his home in Boscombe East. He was brought into the world safely by 3 wonderful midwives.

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 hour old1 hour old
Bournemouth Echo: Cuddles with DaddyCuddles with Daddy

From Abbey Brelsford

Baby's full nameOttilie Jane Brelsford

Baby's date of birth29/10/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby5lbs 13ozs

Names of any siblingsTheodore and Sebastian

Tell us your birth storyOttilie came into the world after being induced due to having stopped growing at 37+4 weeks. After a quick labour she arrived at 8.22am on the 29th October 2020 and is adored by her big brothers Theo and Seb, Mummy Abbey, Daddy Richard and Thornton the chocolate lab!

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old and nosey already!1 week old and nosey already!
Bournemouth Echo: 12 weeks and plenty of cheeky grins12 weeks and plenty of cheeky grins

From Andreza Silva

Baby's full nameAgatha Sanches

Baby's date of birth24/08/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby3600

Names of any siblingsAgatha

Tell us your birth storyWe had amazing moment. Thanks Poole Maternity Hospital

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Bournemouth Echo: GirlGirl

From Louise Scott

Baby's full nameBeau River Lawton

Baby's date of birth14th December 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8 lbs 1 oz

Names of any siblingsOcean Grace Lawton

Tell us your birth storyBeau was born 3 days late by c section at Poole Maternity to proud parents Louise Scott and Paul Lawton. He is a younger brother for Ocean and is already very loved.

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Bournemouth Echo: Gorgeous Beau just hours oldGorgeous Beau just hours old

From Louise Scott

Baby's full nameBeau River Lawton

Baby's date of birth14th December 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8 lbs 1 oz

Names of any siblingsOcean Grace Lawton

Tell us your birth storyBeau was born 3 days late by c section at Poole Maternity to proud parents Louise Scott and Paul Lawton. He is a younger brother for Ocean and is already very loved.

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Bournemouth Echo: Gorgeous Beau just hours oldGorgeous Beau just hours old

From Katy phillimore

Baby's full nameMolly phillimore

Baby's date of birth14.12.2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7.9

Names of any siblingsTeddy big brother

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Ignorance is blissIgnorance is bliss
Bournemouth Echo: Chilling with my big bro watching teleChilling with my big bro watching tele

From Charlotte shutler

Baby's full nameOllie Graham Charig

Baby's date of birth19/12/2020

Place of birthHome, Wimborne

Weight of baby7lb1oz

Names of any siblingsJayden, Amy, Luke & Euwan

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful boy ?Beautiful boy ?

From Samantha Rew

Baby's full nameGrace Florence Haynes

Baby's date of birth12th July 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy little angel arrived at 8.30pm on 12th July 2020 and has experienced 2 lockdowns already. Nevermind, more time with mummy!

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Bournemouth Echo: Smiles!Smiles!

From Rosie Drage

Baby's full nameMaddison Robin Pill

Baby's date of birth18/01/2021

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 7ozs

Names of any siblingsTheodore

Tell us your birth storyMaddie was born on Monday the 18th at 1:11pm she was small and perfect. Her Labour started on Saturday night and we were so happy for her arrival on Monday afternoon.

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Bournemouth Echo: 2 minutes old2 minutes old
Bournemouth Echo: Settling in at home perfectlySettling in at home perfectly

From Maya Sanchez-Monk

Baby's full nameHoney Sanchez-Thow

Baby's date of birth19/12/2020

Place of birthDorchester hospital

Weight of baby8lb 7

Names of any siblingsSienna and Santino

Tell us your birth storyInduced at 39 weeks, natural birth, very quick like her brother! Is loved so much by her big brother and sister!

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping!Sleeping!

From Chantelle rendell

Baby's full nameZendaya-Rose love

Baby's date of birth14th August 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby5Lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyI feel pregnant in November last year and it was amazing but then suddenly going into a pandemic my partner was not aloud to any scans with me throughout my hole pregnancy when I was induced I ended up in hospital for 3 days the finally on the 14th August at 11:28pm our beautiful baby girl was born

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Bournemouth Echo: Zendaya-rose ??Zendaya-rose ??

From Chantelle rendell

Baby's full nameZendaya-Rose love

Baby's date of birth14th August 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby5Lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyI feel pregnant in November last year and it was amazing but then suddenly going into a pandemic my partner was not aloud to any scans with me throughout my hole pregnancy when I was induced I ended up in hospital for 3 days the finally on the 14th August at 11:28pm our beautiful baby girl was born

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Bournemouth Echo: Zendaya-rose ??Zendaya-rose ??

From Gabriella O’Connor

Baby's full nameElsie Anne O’Connor

Baby's date of birth30/12/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby6lbs 11oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyElsie is our first child and we couldn’t be more excited.

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Bournemouth Echo: Elsie Anne O’ConnorElsie Anne O’Connor

From Jade Richards

Baby's full nameFreddie

Baby's date of birth23/12/20

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby5lb8oz

Names of any siblingsTaylor and Skye

Tell us your birth storyBaby Freddie was born via csection on the 23rd December he was in Neonatal for a few days but came out fighting!

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Bournemouth Echo: Freddie coming homeFreddie coming home

From Catherine Gray

Baby's full nameEleanor Mary Jane Gray

Baby's date of birth21/01/21

Place of birthSt Marys

Weight of baby6lb 10

Names of any siblingsJames Gray

Tell us your birth storyEleanor made a very unexpected and quick arrival by emergency c-section at 9.47 am. Luckily, mummy was already in hospital as she was not well as things took a very sudden turn. Sadly, daddy didn't make it in time for her to be born. Mum and baby are doing well and out of hospital.

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Bournemouth Echo: Eleanor GrayEleanor Gray
Bournemouth Echo: Eleanor GrayEleanor Gray

From Natalie Jane Harris

Baby's full nameAlice Rose Cherrett

Baby's date of birth22/12/20

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby5lbs

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyI became pregnant at the start of the pandemic. Alice was a twin but unfortunately lost her brother at 27 weeks due to placental failure (Charlie Peter Cherrett). I chose to be induced at 37 weeks due to Alice being small. Labour was short but painful. Alice was back to back and I needed forceps to help with delivering. I gave birth to both babies, which understandably involved mixed emotions. Alice was the perfect gift to end a rubbish year!

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Bournemouth Echo: 4 weeks old today4 weeks old today
Bournemouth Echo: Happy New YearHappy New Year

From Ally Lockyer

Baby's full nameAlexis poppy Axford

Baby's date of birth18/12/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 5oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyInduced at 3 days overdue

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby AlexisBaby Alexis
Bournemouth Echo: Baby AlexisBaby Alexis

From Summer barnes

Baby's full nameJettson Charlie ashley barnes

Baby's date of birth31/10/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby5lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsHarlowe

Tell us your birth storyJettson was born 4 weeks early and rushed straight to nicu. Where he spent the next 9 days before being introduced to his big sister harlowe.

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Bournemouth Echo: Jettson smiling.Jettson smiling.

From Summer barnes

Baby's full nameJettson Charlie ashley barnes

Baby's date of birth31/10/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby5lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsHarlowe

Tell us your birth storyJettson was born 4 weeks early and rushed straight to nicu. Where he spent the next 9 days before being introduced to his big sister harlowe.

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Bournemouth Echo: Jettson smiling.Jettson smiling.

From Shara Wells

Baby's full nameBethany Grace Wells

Baby's date of birth23/01/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsAva, 8 and James, 3

Tell us your birth storyBorn in Poole maternity unit at 8.25am on 23rd January 2021 after to parents Shara and Macaulay. She was due on the 17th January 2021.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bethany wrapped in hand-knitted blanket from her Nanny KarenBethany wrapped in hand-knitted blanket from her Nanny Karen
Bournemouth Echo: Baby Bethany cuddling her bunny teddyBaby Bethany cuddling her bunny teddy

From Sian moss

Baby's full nameEvie~rose cubitt

Baby's date of birth24/01/21

Place of birthPoole maturity hospital

Weight of baby7lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsNaomi cubitt

Tell us your birth storyEvie~rose Jane cubitt was born at 1.43am on the 24th January 2021

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Bournemouth Echo: Evie~roseEvie~rose
Bournemouth Echo: Evie~rose with her big sister NaomiEvie~rose with her big sister Naomi

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameRoman Henry Jones

Baby's date of birth02/01/2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 2oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyDelighted with the arrival of our first baby! Arrived a week after the due date! Lovely surprise to have a baby boy! Perfect way to start the new year!

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Bournemouth Echo: Roman Henry JonesRoman Henry Jones
Bournemouth Echo: Roman Henry JonesRoman Henry Jones

From Catherine Andrews

Baby's full nameGeorgie McCrystal Andrews

Baby's date of birth12.01.2021

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 3

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyGeorgie is the first child of Catherine and Ben Andrews. Born at 8.56am on 12.01.202. Her family, especially her eight cousins are looking forward to meeting her after lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: A couple of hours after birth.A couple of hours after birth.

From Didi Ralph

Baby's full nameRose-Anna Mae Casserley

Baby's date of birthFriday 13th November 2020

Place of birthst mary's hospital, Poole

Weight of baby7 pound , 8 oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy first baby, luckily born on her grandmas birthday

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Bournemouth Echo: My first baby, luckily born on her grandmas birthdayMy first baby, luckily born on her grandmas birthday

From Natalie Warde

Baby's full nameTabitha Grace Warde

Baby's date of birth22/11/20

Place of birthSouthernwood, Canford School

Weight of baby6lbs

Names of any siblingsJonah

Tell us your birth storyTabby was born unexpectedly and unplanned at home after less than an hour of labour. Born at 6am, she arrived in the bathroom of Southernwood at Canford School, delivered by mum. Tabby definitely got the memo to “stay at home”.

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Bournemouth Echo: Tabitha Warde on 22nd November 2020Tabitha Warde on 22nd November 2020
Bournemouth Echo: Tabby and her big brother, JonahTabby and her big brother, Jonah

From Lizzie Holton-Frances

Baby's full nameBertie Holton-Frances

Baby's date of birth09/01/21

Place of birthBournemouth (At home)

Weight of baby8Ib 12 oz

Names of any siblingsTilly and Teddy

Tell us your birth storyBertie was born at home on his due date. Daddy and rescue doggy Dotty were present at the birth alongside 3 lovely and supportive midwives.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bertie with proud siblings Tilly and TeddyBertie with proud siblings Tilly and Teddy
Bournemouth Echo: Bertie at 1 week oldBertie at 1 week old

From Sadie Louise Murphy

Baby's full nameHunter Jae Coombs

Baby's date of birth15th of January 2021

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7lbs 8

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Hunter Jae born at 7:31am.Hunter Jae born at 7:31am.

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameAmari

Baby's date of birth15/11/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb2

Names of any siblingsAlfie-James

Tell us your birth storyBorn by emergency c section after 8 hours of labor

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Bournemouth Echo: Day we got to come homeDay we got to come home

From Jordan Pearce

Baby's full nameMarni-Beau Pearce

Baby's date of birth5th December 2020

Place of birthSt Mary‘s Maternity Unit Poole

Weight of baby6lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsFirst Born

Tell us your birth storyMarni-Beau was born 2 weeks and 2 days early weighing 6lbs 8oz. Mum Shanice was in a slow labour for 24 hours before having her waters broken. After a 6 hour active labour, Marni-Beau was born at 18:39 on 5th December 2020. Dad Jordan was present at the birth. Marni is doing great and Mum and Dad are over the moon with our baby girl.

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Bournemouth Echo: Marni-Beau, asleep in Daddy’s handMarni-Beau, asleep in Daddy’s hand
Bournemouth Echo: Marni-Beau 7 weeks oldMarni-Beau 7 weeks old

From Bethany Lilly

Baby's full nameTamsin Emma Lilly

Baby's date of birth18/09/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maturnity Unit

Weight of baby7lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyTamsin was our first baby! I was two weeks late so was induced and in hospital on the antenatal ward waiting for a bed on delivery suite for two days. Once they broke my waters I had her within 7 hours and pushed her out in 10 minutes!!! 4 months old now and thriving little lady she is!

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Bournemouth Echo: TamsinTamsin

From Millie Clement

Baby's full namePenny Jane Hopkins

Baby's date of birth7th December 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyPenny arrived 2 days early and is so perfect!

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Bournemouth Echo: Penny 1 day oldPenny 1 day old
Bournemouth Echo: Penny at 6 weeksPenny at 6 weeks

From Hollie Janes

Baby's full nameAubree Mae Janes

Baby's date of birth14/01/2021

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb9

Names of any siblingsAlexis, Archie and Austin

Tell us your birth storyBorn ar 9.49am on the 14th January by planned c section.

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Bournemouth Echo: 8 days old8 days old
Bournemouth Echo: 8 days old8 days old

From Ellie Scoble

Baby's full nameEllie Scoble

Baby's date of birth03.01.21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb1

Names of any siblingsNoah and Isabella

Tell us your birth storyDaughter of Tj and Cheri

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Bournemouth Echo: Our baby girl Ellie ?Our baby girl Ellie ?

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameCaelan Edward Smith

Baby's date of birth25th August 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby6lb14oz

Names of any siblingsKias Elijah Smith

Tell us your birth storyAfter three attempts to arrive early baby Caelan made his entry into the world in dramatic fashion by arriving unexpectedly as mummy was about to get an epidural causing her to nearly fall off the bed and lucky being caught by daddy who held her bridal style as you arrived into the world!

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Bournemouth Echo: Caelan is now a chunky little lad with a cheeky laugh just like his big brother!Caelan is now a chunky little lad with a cheeky laugh just like his big brother!
Bournemouth Echo: Going home from hospital looking so tiny in his car seatGoing home from hospital looking so tiny in his car seat

From Kimberley Louise Joyce

Baby's full nameMabel-Rein Rebecca Dewey

Baby's date of birth02/12/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s

Weight of baby6lbs 13oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings she is the first

Tell us your birth storyMabel-Rein was officially due on the 6th of December but due to reduced movements she was brought into the world 4 days early

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Bournemouth Echo: Mabel-Rein is now nearly 2 months old and has just started to smileMabel-Rein is now nearly 2 months old and has just started to smile

From Jessica Rattle

Baby's full nameGeorge Joshua Rattle

Baby's date of birth15/11/2020

Place of birthQA Portsmouth

Weight of baby1lb 2.5oz

Names of any siblingsJacob older brother

Tell us your birth storyGeorge was born 16.5 weeks early at just 23 weeks and 3 days. Weighing 1lb 2.5oz. He is still in NICU but doing well at now 10 weeks old.

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Bournemouth Echo: His little feet just a week old.His little feet just a week old.
Bournemouth Echo: Now 10 weeks old weighing 3lb.Now 10 weeks old weighing 3lb.

From Samantha Gillingham

Baby's full namePorsha suzanne patrica mabey

Baby's date of birth19/11/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsKyeron age 13 Ruben age 9 caison age 7 lennie age 5 hunter age 17 months

Tell us your birth storyI got induced to spd and welcomed my 1st girl after 5 boys on the 19th November with only am 18 minute labour

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Bournemouth Echo: 3 days old3 days old
Bournemouth Echo: Hour oldHour old

From Natalia Kaczmarek

Baby's full nameOlivier Uz

Baby's date of birth03.01.2021

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby2955

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyOlivier supposed to be a Christmas baby (due 21st of December 2020) however he decided to wait for 2021 to come. :) After 5 days of contractions we ended up with a cesarean section. Worth all the pain!

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Bournemouth Echo: 2nd day at home2nd day at home
Bournemouth Echo: Smile to mommySmile to mommy

From Sophie kathleen millward

Baby's full nameCody millward

Baby's date of birth29/12/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7 pound 15

Names of any siblingsAlfie millward

Tell us your birth storyI had an elective c section on the 29th of December. I was suppose to have the section on new years eve but they moved it 2 days so I got to meet him early. His big brother alfie loves him so much and enjoys helping to feed him and cuddle him.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby codyBaby cody
Bournemouth Echo: Proud older brother alfieProud older brother alfie

From Tazmin hopkins

Baby's full nameOrlando Alexander Hopkins

Baby's date of birth9th November 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s poole

Weight of baby7lb

Names of any siblingsLeonardo and Romeo

Tell us your birth storyMy mum and husband both tested positive for COVID 3 days before his arrival so It was a pretty stressful time! However 3 days before his due date my contractions started and I arrived at hospital at 6pm and Orlando came out by 6:51! A Speedy birth but luckily my Mother in law arrived at 6:25 to see his arrival! He was welcomed home by his two older brothers who are besotted with him.

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Bournemouth Echo: Orlando with his two brothers Leonardo and RomeoOrlando with his two brothers Leonardo and Romeo
Bournemouth Echo: 2 weeks old2 weeks old

From Gemma Louise Albin

Baby's full nameGracie-Louise Barton

Baby's date of birth05/05/20

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lbs 13oz

Names of any siblingsLily-May Barton

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Lockdown baby?Lockdown baby?

From Robert Parker

Baby's full nameJenson Parker

Baby's date of birth13/01/21

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby8lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsMarley & Ezra Parker

Tell us your birth storyMum and baby arrived at Poole maternity at 4am, dad was told to wait outside until established labour. Dad was allowed in at 5.40am and Jenson was born 5.51am. Mum and Jenson doing well, we left the hospital around 9.30am. Thank you to everyone at Poole maternity great experience as usual.

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Bournemouth Echo: Snug as a bugSnug as a bug

From Caitlin Lily Anna Ward

Baby's full nameLyla Louise Jeanette Willett

Baby's date of birthJanuary 9th 2021

Place of birthSt. Mary’s Maternity Hospital Poole

Weight of baby5lbs 13oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyFirst born daughter for Caitlin Ward & Aran Willett. Surprise early arrival of just under 4weeks (36weeks+1 - due date: 05/02/2021). 5am water break alarm, 6am told she may not make an arrival till tomorrow and they’d induce me the next morning. 4 hours later was accessed and told I was 7cm dilated with absolutely no pain relief. Straight onto the labour ward where are gorgeous girl arrived through natural delivery at 18:39. The best and most rewarding day of our lives. Already a daddy’s girl and nicknamed Lyla Bear❤️

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Bournemouth Echo: Windy smilesWindy smiles
Bournemouth Echo: Sleep all day and feed all nightSleep all day and feed all night

From Louise Humphries

Baby's full nameSophie Catherine Humphries

Baby's date of birth08/01/2021

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity at Poole Hospital

Weight of baby6 pound 6

Names of any siblingsTom (6) and Jessica (3)

Tell us your birth storySophie was born almost three weeks early. She is now settling into life at home and helping to home school her big brother Tom!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby SophieBaby Sophie
Bournemouth Echo: Baby Sophie with her big sister Jessica and big brother TomBaby Sophie with her big sister Jessica and big brother Tom

From Chelcee Parsons

Baby's full nameArchie-Jay Combes

Baby's date of birth9/12/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby5lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Archie-JayArchie-Jay
Bournemouth Echo: Archie-JayArchie-Jay

From Missie Woodsford

Baby's full nameMarnie Louise Dodds

Baby's date of birth15/01/21

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsHalf sister to Leah (9) and Danielle (12)

Tell us your birth storyMarnie arrived at 12:52am and she was 4 weeks premature. Due to her movements in my tummy being reduced and her heart rate that kept dropping, the midwives decided to induce me early. I was induced at around 1pm on the 14th of January and by 10:30pm that night, I had made no progress, so I told my fiancé (Scott Dodds) so get some sleep and that I'd call him in the morning or if I made any progress. In the next few hours, things sped up a lot quicker than anticipated. To the point where I didn't even get a chance to call Scott and tell him to get down to the hospital. He unfortunately missed the birth of his third daughter and I was alone giving birth to my first child. Unfortunately as most people know, due to Covid, that prevented Scott from being by my side the whole duration of my labor and he was only allowed to come into the hospital when I'd met certain progress. Marnie arrived safe as could be and with no complications. Then after we spent 4 and a half days in the TCU we were on our way home.

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Bournemouth Echo: Marnie at 16 hours oldMarnie at 16 hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Marnie at 5 days oldMarnie at 5 days old

From Sophie Brooker

Baby's full nameCruz James Brooker and Carter Harvey Brooker

Baby's date of birth24/12/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole maternity

Weight of baby5lb 10 and 4lb 12

Names of any siblingsTallulah and Adalyn

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on 23/12/2020, and after a long, fairly traumatic day and night, my twin boys Cruz and Carter arrived at 37+1 weeks both naturally, but rushed to theatre for Carter who’s heart rate kept dropping. A long week in hospital where they learnt to feed, gain weight, and treated for jaundice, I spent Christmas in hospital away from my husband and daughters Tallulah 6 and Adalyn 3. With no visitors allowed and my husband Chris not seeing the twins after a few hours old until they were a week old and home. Covid made me feel so isolated in hospital and then we have come home to more isolation, however our boys are the light in it all and are keeping us going through hard times.

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Bournemouth Echo: Cruz and Carter born on Christmas Eve 2020.Cruz and Carter born on Christmas Eve 2020.
Bournemouth Echo: At home with their big sisters.At home with their big sisters.

From Giovanna Diana

Baby's full nameNoah Luca

Baby's date of birth26/08/2020

Place of birthSt. Mary’s Maternity Unit Poole

Weight of baby4.040kg

Names of any siblingsNo

Tell us your birth storyNoah was 1 week overdue & I had reduced movements so the Doctor decided he wanted to induce me. On the 25th I went into ANDA Ward where they applied a induction gel, as I had been 2cm dilated for a day or so and still no strong contractions. On the 26th they decided to break my waters: this took place at 7am. By 9:15am I was 5cm dilated and screaming in pain. From that moment on I started to push. By 10:25am Noah was born. He arrived so so quickly! In an hour and a half I went from 5-10cm , pushed Noah out & did it with only paracetamol and gas & air! It was a surreal experience!!! Noah turns 5 months next Tuesday!

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Bournemouth Echo: Noah in-front of the Christmas tree at my parents house.Noah in-front of the Christmas tree at my parents house.
Bournemouth Echo: Noah the day he was born.Noah the day he was born.

From Hannah Miles

Baby's full nameFreddie Anthony Miles

Baby's date of birth23/12/20

Place of birthSt Mary's Hospital-poole

Weight of baby7lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyFreddie was born via emergency c section two weeks post his due date. We spent 6 nights in hospital following this and unfortunately missed Christmas at home. We're now all happily home and healthy and loving newborn life together as a family!

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Bournemouth Echo: Freddie at 3 days oldFreddie at 3 days old
Bournemouth Echo: Ready for another lockdown walk!Ready for another lockdown walk!

From Hayley Palmer

Baby's full namePaige Palmer

Baby's date of birth10.12 20

Place of birthPoole maternity ward

Weight of baby4lbs,16ozs

Names of any siblingsLottie

Tell us your birth storyIt was lovely to have this one arrive early so she was here for Christmas day. Her big sister seems very taken with her and is being a great big sister.

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Bournemouth Echo: I'll grow into my baby grow!I'll grow into my baby grow!
Bournemouth Echo: The future looks bright!The future looks bright!

From Carly morey

Baby's full namePaddy Mark taylor

Baby's date of birth27 August 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity poole

Weight of baby7lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsTommy-lee and porsha-mai

Tell us your birth storyBorn via c section dad is a first time dad and rarely got to spend time with him we couldn't wait to get home!

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Bournemouth Echo: Our darling boyOur darling boy

From Frankie Murphy

Baby's full nameHarrison Jack Sweet

Baby's date of birth30.10.20

Place of birthSt Mary’s Hospital

Weight of baby9lb8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Harrison SweetHarrison Sweet
Bournemouth Echo: Smiles for Christmas!Smiles for Christmas!

From Bryony Fox

Baby's full nameElijah Fox

Baby's date of birth08/01/2021

Place of birthst marys

Weight of baby8lb 4

Names of any siblingsAria and Amos

Tell us your birth storyborn at 21:41 8 days late after a fast labour of just 34 minutes

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Bournemouth Echo: FoxFox
Bournemouth Echo: FoxFox

From Becky Mitchell & Jamie Trevillion

Baby's full nameMia Maddison trevillion

Baby's date of birth21/11/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 5

Names of any siblingsFirst child

Tell us your birth storyBorn during second lockdown but completed 2020 for us.

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Bournemouth Echo: On her Christmas presentOn her Christmas present
Bournemouth Echo: After putting the Christmas tree upAfter putting the Christmas tree up

From Emma smith

Baby's full nameMarley whiffen

Baby's date of birth29/12/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7lbs

Names of any siblingsMia and Maisie

Tell us your birth storyMarley made an early appearance 2weeks and 3 days before his due date, he is home safe and well with his big sister enjoying the extra time they are getting with there little brother

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Bournemouth Echo: Finally chose a name for baby boyFinally chose a name for baby boy
Bournemouth Echo: Holding there brotherHolding there brother

From Emma Hammond

Baby's full nameNadia Ava Rose

Baby's date of birth17-11-2020

Place of birthSt Mary's

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyArrived at the maternity unit 9cms dilated just enough time to make it into the birthing pool! First baby for us, amazing experience, so calm and reassuring staff made my birth perfect!

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Bournemouth Echo: Just perfect!Just perfect!
Bournemouth Echo: Natural pout so young!Natural pout so young!

From Brian Castle

Baby's full nameBenjamin George John Castle

Baby's date of birth7th December 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyBenjamin is our little miracle it has taking us 13 years to conceive so it was a wonderful surprise for us to find out we where having a baby in the first lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: 6 weeks old smiles6 weeks old smiles
Bournemouth Echo: 6 weeks old smiles6 weeks old smiles

From Cerrianne Fletcher

Baby's full nameBella Rose Freemantle

Baby's date of birth24/11/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity

Weight of baby8lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsRhys, Charlie and Freddie

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Our princessOur princess

From Felicity Cooper

Baby's full nameGrace Kathleen Cooper

Baby's date of birth22.10.2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby9lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings. First baby.

Tell us your birth storyAfter being induced on 21st in the evening, Gracie arrived in theatre with forseps assistance at 08:25am on the 22nd. The whole team were amazing! Now she is nearly 12 weeks old! Mummy and Daddy love you so much!

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Bournemouth Echo: Gorgeous Gracie at 11 weeks!Gorgeous Gracie at 11 weeks!

From Felicity Cooper

Baby's full nameGrace Kathleen Cooper

Baby's date of birth22.10.2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby9lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings. First baby.

Tell us your birth storyAfter being induced on 21st in the evening, Gracie arrived in theatre with forseps assistance at 08:25am on the 22nd. The whole team were amazing! Now she is nearly 12 weeks old! Mummy and Daddy love you so much!

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Bournemouth Echo: Gorgeous Gracie at 11 weeks!Gorgeous Gracie at 11 weeks!

From Cheska Bennett

Baby's full nameRobyn Rose Witcomb

Baby's date of birth20/12/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Poole

Weight of baby8lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyRobyn was born after 4 days in hospital being induced but finally resulted in a c-section, and 4 days earlier than her due date of Christmas Eve! It wasn't easy for dad, Marc, to be at home waiting for this time (he says he walked a hole i the floor at home) but he was able to be there to see her born to the sounds of Chris Rhea's "Driving home for Christmas" at 11.10am on 20th December and came to pick us up the following evening to make it home for a lockdown Christmas day but equally as special.

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Bournemouth Echo: Robyn WitcombRobyn Witcomb
Bournemouth Echo: Robyn WitcombRobyn Witcomb

From Lucy Smith

Baby's full nameErin Pamela Smith

Baby's date of birth26th November 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby5lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyWas born very quickly on the 26th November 2020. To parents Lucy and Dave Smith.

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Bournemouth Echo: Erin Pamela SmithErin Pamela Smith

From Sophie Loizou

Baby's full nameAndreas John Peter Hyde

Baby's date of birth07.12.2020

Place of birthSt. Mary’s Maternity Hospital, Poole

Weight of baby3lbs14oz

Names of any siblingsN/A.

Tell us your birth storyI had a complicated pregnancy starting with hyperemesis gravidarum until week 25. I was admitted to hospital at 30 weeks due to pre-eclampsia where I stayed until I gave birth. We made it to 34+2 weeks until things deteriorated and baby had to come via c-section, performed by the fetal specialist Dr. Latha. We had a 10 day stay at hospital before AJ was allowed home. He’s now 4 weeks old and 5lbs4oz!

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Bournemouth Echo: This was when AJ was in the NICU and still had his NG feeding tube.This was when AJ was in the NICU and still had his NG feeding tube.
Bournemouth Echo: Once we were home AJ was a tiny little thing in his Moses basket!Once we were home AJ was a tiny little thing in his Moses basket!

From Ben Lawrence

Baby's full nameRonnie Steven Lawrence

Baby's date of birth1/1/2021

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb 5oz

Names of any siblingslacey, mikey, esmae, Amber,

Tell us your birth storyLoretta Jane Bath gave birth at Poole maternity at 12:35pm on the 1/1/2021 to baby Ronnie Steven Lawrence

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Bournemouth Echo: heres Ronnie!!!heres Ronnie!!!

From Hollie Wilsher

Baby's full nameRonnie Rex Miles

Baby's date of birth11/10/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsLacie

Tell us your birth storyWas induced a week and a half early to our beautiful baby boy, I got pregnant just as we entered lockdown and had him in October, he’s brighten up last year for all of us.

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Bournemouth Echo: RonnieRonnie

From Catherine Emmett

Baby's full nameBodhi Blake Griffiths

Baby's date of birth30/09/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital (saint mary's)

Weight of baby4lb 10. 4 weeks premature

Names of any siblingsTeddy

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Bodhi Blake Griffiths 3 months oldBodhi Blake Griffiths 3 months old
Bournemouth Echo: Bodhi Blake Griffiths 1 day oldBodhi Blake Griffiths 1 day old

From Miss Rhiannon Bishop

Baby's full nameSophia Rose Celia Wright

Baby's date of birth25/10/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsTheo George

Tell us your birth storySophia was born 2 days early & I was still at home an hour & 10 minutes before delivery. We live in Bournemouth so we were lucky we got there on time! Sophia’s daddy got to spend 8 hours with us instead of the original 2 we were told. It was an amazing day even in a pandemic! But I had to stay in for 2 days due to my bipolar medication which was horrible to not have my partner visit at all

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Bournemouth Echo: Cuddles with mummyCuddles with mummy
Bournemouth Echo: When big brother Theo meets his little sister SophiaWhen big brother Theo meets his little sister Sophia

From Cheri Selby-Johns

Baby's full nameEllie Jean Scoble

Baby's date of birth03.01.21

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb9

Names of any siblingsNoah and Isabella

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Ellie and her big brother NoahEllie and her big brother Noah
Bournemouth Echo: EllieEllie

From Amber Jane Slater

Baby's full nameAurora Jane Tattersall

Baby's date of birth17/11/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7.8lbs

Names of any siblingsVincent George Tattersall

Tell us your birth storyAurora arrived 15 minutes after arriving at Poole via ambulance with a very quick and unexpected labour. The paramedics that dropped me off hadn't even left the hospital before she arrived and I got to see them again! She was born at 8am on the dot.

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Bournemouth Echo: Wouldn't sleep unless bundled upWouldn't sleep unless bundled up
Bournemouth Echo: Aurora and Vinnie with their great Grandad as he sings them a songAurora and Vinnie with their great Grandad as he sings them a song

From
From Rebecca Barrie

Baby's full nameRobyn Olivia Cook

Baby's date of birth19/12/2020

Place of birthHome birth

Weight of baby7lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsAmber Rose Cook

Tell us your birth storyMy partner (Robin) & I decided to have a home water birth as our first birth went really well and being in a pandemic we thought it would be nicer to have baby at home. It was amazing so magical and relaxing and lovely that Robin could be with me the whole time. With a 3 hour and 10 minute labour our gorgeous little girl Robyn was born!

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Bournemouth Echo: Robyn Olivia CookRobyn Olivia Cook
Bournemouth Echo: When Amber met her little sisterWhen Amber met her little sister

From Abi Welch

Baby's full nameHugo Welch

Baby's date of birth12.12.20

Place of birthSt Mary’s, Poole

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsTheo

Tell us your birth storyHugo arrived 10 days early and is enjoying cuddles with his big brother, Theo.

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Bournemouth Echo: A happy big brother, Theo sitting with his brother, Hugo in front of the Christmas tree.A happy big brother, Theo sitting with his brother, Hugo in front of the Christmas tree.

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameAmarlia Wooster

Baby's date of birth26th July 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsJayden, Tiiana & Stevie-Mason

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: AmarliaAmarlia

From Abigail Ford

Baby's full nameTheo Joseph Ford

Baby's date of birth19th November 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity hospital Poole

Weight of baby9lb

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyAfter being induced on 17th November and labouring for 14hrs with no progress I went for a c section, our baby was born on 19th November at 16:58. My husband told me what we have by annoying their name as we kept the the sex of our baby a surprise, he said Theo is here and my heart melted we have a little boy

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Bournemouth Echo: Theo a few hours oldTheo a few hours old
Bournemouth Echo: New to the worldNew to the world

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameElodie Earl

Baby's date of birth1 June 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsPhoebe age 3

Tell us your birth storyElodie arrived 2 days before big sister Phoebe’s 3rd birthday!

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Bournemouth Echo: ElodieElodie
Bournemouth Echo: Elodie and PhoebeElodie and Phoebe

From Alison Blake

Baby's full nameZoe Nicole Blake

Baby's date of birth30/12/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsEdie

Tell us your birth storyElective c section on the 30th December due to baby being breech. Zoe was delivered safe and well at 39 weeks gestation and discharged on New Years Eve 2020.

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Bournemouth Echo: Zoe Nicole BlakeZoe Nicole Blake

From Zoe white

Baby's full nameArchie-John Hannam

Baby's date of birth24/11/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lbs 11

Names of any siblingsTyler, Brooke, Elsie & Maisie

Tell us your birth storyHad a planned c section as had previous ones. Archie was rushed off to NICU when he was first born due to lack of oxygen so I just managed to get a quick cuddle. Luckily he was a little fighter and we managed to head home 2 days later. He’s only just managed to get back upto birth weight so he’s definitely one to keep us on our toes.

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Bournemouth Echo: This was taken by one of the doctors as they were pulling him outThis was taken by one of the doctors as they were pulling him out
Bournemouth Echo: Archie on one of our walksArchie on one of our walks

From Abbie green

Baby's full nameEliza Jessie Read

Baby's date of birth03/11/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 8

Names of any siblingsJay & seth

Tell us your birth storyArrived perfectly with a planned caesarean

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Bournemouth Echo: First smiles caught on cameraFirst smiles caught on camera
Bournemouth Echo: First cuddles with her big brothersFirst cuddles with her big brothers

From Chantelle Green

Baby's full nameBonnie-Mae Skinner

Baby's date of birth11-12-2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsLula-Mae

Tell us your birth storyBonnie-Mae is our rainbow baby she was born 2 weeks early, she was a gift sent by her big sister in heaven Lula-Mae.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bonnie-Mae (rainbow baby)Bonnie-Mae (rainbow baby)
Bournemouth Echo: Lula-Mae (angel baby)Lula-Mae (angel baby)

From Gareth Drinkwater

Baby's full nameSienna drinkwater

Baby's date of birth07/09/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Poole

Weight of baby7'9lb

Names of any siblingsCherry,Alyana and Jaxson

Tell us your birth storySienna was born on the 7th after a lengthy labour and i was lucky enough to be at the birth all through out.

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Bournemouth Echo: our first night homeour first night home
Bournemouth Echo: A smiling mummy and princessA smiling mummy and princess

From Summer barnes

Baby's full nameJettson Charlie ashley barnes

Baby's date of birth31/10/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby5lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsHarlowe dallimore-barnes

Tell us your birth storyJettson was born 4 weeks early due to heart rate problems, and was intubated at birth, has been in hospital twice since coming out on day 9. Jettson is so loved by his big sister harlowe.

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Bournemouth Echo: First day home!First day home!
Bournemouth Echo: First day home!First day home!

From Ruth Goodall

Baby's full nameSamuel Goodall

Baby's date of birth13 November 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsCameron

Tell us your birth storySam was born by csection on Friday 13th November. Daddy managed to get a few cuddles in before having to go home..... big brother Cameron was very happy to meet him when he came home.

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Bournemouth Echo: One day oldOne day old
Bournemouth Echo: Brothers having Christmas cuddles!Brothers having Christmas cuddles!

From Heather-Rose Oakley

Baby's full nameNala-Rose French

Baby's date of birth26/11/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsTayler, Damon, Laila & Oakley.

Tell us your birth storyNala-Rose was born 6 weeks early at 34 weeks on the 26th of November. She spent 11 days in the NICU and come home last week.

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Bournemouth Echo: Leaving NICU after 11 days!Leaving NICU after 11 days!
Bournemouth Echo: Our beauty.Our beauty.

From Thomas Hirons

Baby's full nameTeddy Anthony Hirons

Baby's date of birth04/09/1989

Place of birthAt home

Weight of baby7lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsAmelia abs Toby

Tell us your birth storyTeddy finally arrived after keeping us waiting for just over 42 weeks and was born at home. His brother and sister were asleep upstairs and came down in the morning to meet their new baby brother.

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Bournemouth Echo: TeddyTeddy
Bournemouth Echo: Teddy with his brother and sister.Teddy with his brother and sister.

From Hayley Ann Jackson

Baby's full nameHarry James Thomas Whyatt

Baby's date of birth30/04/2020

Place of birthDorset County Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsGeorge Whyatt

Tell us your birth storyHarry James Thomas Whyatt was born on the 30th of April weighing 9lb 7oz. He is the second child of Chris and Hayley and little brother to George. Harry was born on captain Toms 100th Birthday so we gave him Thomas as a middle name so when he's older we will tell him of the phenomenal amount of money captain tom raised to help the NHS. We would like to thank all the staff on the maternity ward at dorchester hospital who were all amazing.

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Bournemouth Echo: Harry at 7 monthsHarry at 7 months
Bournemouth Echo: Harry on the day he was bornHarry on the day he was born

From Shivani Chittock

Baby's full nameArabella Lila Nouri

Baby's date of birth9th October 2020

Place of birthDorchester

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful baby girl was born at 39 weeks weighing 7lb 1oz at 11:48pm with a full head of hair and a beautiful face.

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Bournemouth Echo: Arabella born on 9th October 2020 at 11:48pm weighing 7lb 1ozArabella born on 9th October 2020 at 11:48pm weighing 7lb 1oz
Bournemouth Echo: Our smiley baby Arabella at one month old.Our smiley baby Arabella at one month old.

From Olivia May boyt

Baby's full nameZara-may owen

Baby's date of birth09/12/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsJaylen-joshua

Tell us your birth storyZara-May came into the world 5 days overdue and just 5 days before her big brothers 4th birthday! With a full head of dark brown fluffy hair and a perfectly healthy gorgeous girl. We are very lucky and appreciate every moment.

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Bournemouth Echo: Wide awake 11/12/2020Wide awake 11/12/2020
Bournemouth Echo: Brother and sisterBrother and sister

From Rebecca Freeman

Baby's full nameNova Leigh Renyard

Baby's date of birth26th August 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsJayden

Tell us your birth storyAfter the birth of my son I was nervous to say the least to give birth again. However the midwives I had to give birth to Nova were amazing. They calmed me down and talked me through it. I got the waterbirth I had wanted.

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Bournemouth Echo: Nova 3 days old.Nova 3 days old.
Bournemouth Echo: Jayden holding his baby sister Nova for the first time, the day she was born.Jayden holding his baby sister Nova for the first time, the day she was born.

From Robyn Leaha Vivian

Baby's full nameTyler Ray Vivian

Baby's date of birth10 Aug 2020

Place of birthHome - Swanage

Weight of baby3lbs 14oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was only 31 weeks and 6 days pregnant when i thought i had became 'constipated', little did i know that my body would naturally push once and my son had made a very early appearance on my bed at my dad's home with no warning of waters breaking! As a first time mum this was very scary however Tyler let out a loud cry to let us all know he was ok! 5 minutes later at 5am paramaedics arrived to take us to St mary's maternity unit, Poole where my son spent 40 days growing big and strong ready to come home to our new flat in Poole. With only an issue of jaudice this eager baby picked his own birthday and birthplace making grandad very happy :)

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Bournemouth Echo: Mumma and son moments after deliveryMumma and son moments after delivery
Bournemouth Echo: 17 weeks old17 weeks old

From Lucy Carter

Baby's full nameAlfred Robert Ian Proctor

Baby's date of birth23/11/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: First dayFirst day
Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old

From Laura Burridge

Baby's full nameKoji Alexander John

Baby's date of birth31/03/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity hospital Poole

Weight of baby9lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsScarlett-Rose and Remi

Tell us your birth storyKoji was born a week into the forst lockdown in March! He made a speedy entrance with my labour lasting around just an hour and a half. He bought us all a ray of sunshine when we were stuck in such dark uncertain times! He is 8 months old now and still bring that sunshine everyday! We just love him so so much!!!

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Bournemouth Echo: Just a day old.Just a day old.
Bournemouth Echo: Such a smiley boy!Such a smiley boy!

From Sophie Mylius

Baby's full nameTillie-Rae Samways

Baby's date of birth17.04.2020

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity

Weight of baby7lb1oz

Names of any siblingsElla-Rose and Louie-John

Tell us your birth storyFantastic quick birth, made to feel totally at ease from the staff

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Bournemouth Echo: Tillie-RaeTillie-Rae

From Paige Graham

Baby's full nameRonnie Bill Graham

Baby's date of birth08/06/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity, Poole

Weight of baby5lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsElsie-Rae & Katelyn Graham

Tell us your birth storyLittle Ronnie was born 3 weeks early and we both had some complications so we had to stay in over night. My husband wasn’t allowed in before or after delivery due to covid but the midwifes we’re amazing!

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Bournemouth Echo: Ronnie at 3 monthsRonnie at 3 months

From Emma leyshon

Baby's full nameOscar leyshon

Baby's date of birth25th november 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby9lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsLeo his brother

Tell us your birth storyI had a very easy birth I was induced and had my baby the following day

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Bournemouth Echo: Oscar leyshonOscar leyshon
Bournemouth Echo: Leo and oscar brothersLeo and oscar brothers

From Leanne till

Baby's full nameMarnie Rose Till

Baby's date of birth25/11/2020

Place of birthHome

Weight of baby6lb 15

Names of any siblingsMacey, Harvey and marc

Tell us your birth storyDecided to have a home birth this time due to covid restrictions. Midwive Sonia was amazing helping me bring baby into the world in comfort of my own home.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping soundlySleeping soundly

From Julie Steele

Baby's full nameAmelie Gardner

Baby's date of birth17-9-20

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Unit Poole

Weight of baby4lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsFirst born

Tell us your birth storyAmelie arrived at 33 weeks and surprised us all but what a precious gift! She was due on 5/11 but our little firework arrived on 17/9 by Caesarean section. Amelie is thriving and now weighs 9lbs. We cannot thank the team at St Mary’s Poole NICU unit fir their wonderful care, nursing and skills. Merry Christmas everyone.

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Bournemouth Echo: Amelie EliseAmelie Elise
Bournemouth Echo: Amelie wearing her graduation hat as she left NICU!Amelie wearing her graduation hat as she left NICU!

From Community contributor

Baby's full nameMaisie

Baby's date of birth25 November

Place of birthSt Mary’s Haven suite

Weight of baby6.9lbs

Names of any siblingsTyler

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: MaisieMaisie

From Georgia Elena Aragonés Cosher

Baby's full nameTheodore James Aragonés Dargan

Baby's date of birth05.11.2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Teddy at 2 days oldTeddy at 2 days old
Bournemouth Echo: Teddy 2 weeks oldTeddy 2 weeks old

From Kayleigh dillow

Baby's full nameArco-jack Anthony Lashmar

Baby's date of birth17/11/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby4lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsArraleece Lashmar

Tell us your birth storyI had to have a c-section as my little one was breech the whole time, I was so scared and nervous but the 2 midwifes( Kerry forgot the other lady’s name) in the room was amazing talked me through every.

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Bournemouth Echo: Back home to my big sisterBack home to my big sister
Bournemouth Echo: First Over night stay in hospitalFirst Over night stay in hospital

From Stacie Hunter

Baby's full nameBetsy-Jean ball

Baby's date of birth07/11/202”

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 8

Names of any siblingsLexi,Owen,Lilah-rose and Lenny

Tell us your birth storyI was induced 2 weeks early. I Was very anxious about being alone before delivery but the staff at Poole maternity were amazing. As soon as I was on delivery my partner was allowed too the hospital

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Bournemouth Echo: 15 hours old waiting too go home15 hours old waiting too go home
Bournemouth Echo: 3 weeks old I3 weeks old I

From Tayla Davis

Baby's full nameArthur John merrick

Baby's date of birth14/07/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNolah

Tell us your birth storyI was in hospital for a few days after an emergency c section and staff were amazing.

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Bournemouth Echo: Arthur 1 day oldArthur 1 day old
Bournemouth Echo: Arthur 1 day oldArthur 1 day old

From Charlotte jaquest

Baby's full nameThomas Callum Strong

Baby's date of birth10/11/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby8lbs 4

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyA planned c section that didn't go to plan! Due in 7:30am on 9th and waters broke 4 hours before! A high number of emergencies meant the operation didn't start until 11:50pm, so he ended up being born 10th instead of 9th as planned

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Bournemouth Echo: Thomas settling in at homeThomas settling in at home
Bournemouth Echo: The day Thomas was bornThe day Thomas was born

From Jessica Hirons

Baby's full nameTeddy Anthony Hirons

Baby's date of birth08/10/2020

Place of birthAt home

Weight of baby7lb 13

Names of any siblingsAmelia (3) and Toby (2)

Tell us your birth storyAfter reaching 42 weeks pregnant I started to believe I would be pregnant forever but that night I went into labour and had my baby in a lovely home water birth the early hours of the next morning. His big brother and sister came down to meet their new brother in the morning.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Teddy with his brother and sister who adore him.Baby Teddy with his brother and sister who adore him.

From Michelle Howell

Baby's full nameCharlie Mathew Wyatt

Baby's date of birth05/11/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7 lbs 15oz

Names of any siblingsSophie, Lucy and Joseph

Tell us your birth storyNatural delivery with the help of amazing midwives. Partner Matt could attend from a certain point. Well looked after for a few days afterwards due to some complications.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby CharlieBaby Charlie
Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful boyBeautiful boy

From Jess Rayment

Baby's full nameCaison Raven

Baby's date of birth25/10/2020

Place of birthAt Mary’s maternity hospital Poole

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsKai Raven

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Caison ravenCaison raven

From Leah Watson

Baby's full nameEvie Anne Cox

Baby's date of birth16/10/2020

Place of birthDorchester

Weight of baby7lbs 5oz

Names of any siblingsMax

Tell us your birth storyEvie was born 3 weeks before the 2nd lockdown, her birth was good considering all the changes in the hospital environment and rules regarding birth partners etc. The staff were amazing and so caring throughout my labour and overnight stay. Even amongst all the madness right now I was made to feel so comfortable and cannot fault a thing from start to finish.

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Bournemouth Echo: Evie at two weeks oldEvie at two weeks old

From Carly morey

Baby's full namePaddy Mark Bradshaw Taylor

Baby's date of birth27th August 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsTommy-lee and porsha-mai morey

Tell us your birth storyC section baby! Born at 9.18am Scary experience during covid but very relaxing and lovely midwifes and doctors to ease my anxiety.

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Bournemouth Echo: Handsome in every way!Handsome in every way!
Bournemouth Echo: Such a handsome boy!Such a handsome boy!

From Shaunie Adams

Baby's full nameNiall Joseph Emilio Adams

Baby's date of birth8th October 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsJoshua, Luca and Conor

Tell us your birth storyWas booked for a planned section on 15th October but Niall had other ideas and contractions started on 8th at 38 weeks exactly. 2 days in NICU with an infection and 5 days in hospital in total and was allowed home.

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Bournemouth Echo: In NICUIn NICU
Bournemouth Echo: On our way home 5 days oldOn our way home 5 days old

From Abi Hitchings

Baby's full nameEmilia-Rose Hitchings

Baby's date of birth17/10/2020

Place of birthDorchester Hospital

Weight of baby5lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsArthur Hitchings

Tell us your birth storyI was diagnosed with IUGR. Had to be induced at 37 weeks, husband was allowed to be there once I was moved to the delivery room, I was under the cranberry team of midwifes and the labour and care was amazing so support and great to have continuity throughout pregnancy and labour.

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Bournemouth Echo: Emilia-Rose 5 days oldEmilia-Rose 5 days old
Bournemouth Echo: Emilia-Rose 3 days oldEmilia-Rose 3 days old

From Victoria Pol

Baby's full nameChloe Pol

Baby's date of birth25th October 2020

Place of birthPoole - St Mary’s

Weight of baby8lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsEvelyn

Tell us your birth storyIt was a very quick labour, established labour was 2 hrs! I cannot thank the midwives & staff enough, they are amazing & I felt so relaxed & in very safe hands during these strange times.

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Bournemouth Echo: Chloe PolChloe Pol

From Roshni Patel

Baby's full nameMaya Patel

Baby's date of birth09/09/20

Place of birthPoole (St Mary’s)

Weight of baby7.14 lbs

Names of any siblingsAsha Patel

Tell us your birth story10 hours of a painful labour, our second baby girl finally made it into our arms. It was nothing but tears of happiness which then turned into sad anxiety filled tears and goodbye kisses. It heart breaking to see hubby say hello to our baby but then to say goodbye shortly after. We had just welcomed our new addition but the experience quickly felt like a loss. I was left to lift my baby alone, getting the first feeds done alone, undress alone, shower alone, get in & out of bed alone, cry alone. It was so isolating. My BP rocketed which kept me in even longer. Why couldn’t they see I had just gone through a life changing event, birth! I suffer with depression & anxiety as it is. I’m separated from my family, I’m having to do everything alone. This all led me to self-discharge because I knew my BP would lower with home comforts.

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Bournemouth Echo: • M A Y A • In Sanskrit Ma?ya? means "illusion or magic ? ", and is also an alternate name of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi. She is the goddess of wealth, fortune, love, beauty, Ma?ya?, joy and prosperity. She is both the wife and divine energy (shakti) of Lo• M A Y A • In Sanskrit Ma?ya? means "illusion or magic ? ", and is also an alternate name of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi. She is the goddess of wealth, fortune, love, beauty, Ma?ya?, joy and prosperity. She is both the wife and divine energy (shakti) of Lo

From Leanne slade

Baby's full nameTobi slade

Baby's date of birth19/10/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby5lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsLacey - mae. Sophie. Kory

Tell us your birth storyI had to attend all appointments on my own notone scan could my partner be a part of it was not the same seeing a photo as on screen and see our little boy wriggle and move around it was very hard emotionally when all u want to do is share this with your partner but couldnt

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little miracle in 2020 amist the chaosOur little miracle in 2020 amist the chaos

From Leanne slade

Baby's full nameTobi slade

Baby's date of birth19/10/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby5lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsLacey - mae. Sophie. Kory

Tell us your birth storyI had to attend all appointments on my own notone scan could my partner be a part of it was not the same seeing a photo as on screen and see our little boy wriggle and move around it was very hard emotionally when all u want to do is share this with your partner but couldnt

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little miracle in 2020 amist the chaosOur little miracle in 2020 amist the chaos

From Hannah Stokes

Baby's full nameArya Rose Stark

Baby's date of birth01/11/2020

Place of birthHome

Weight of baby6lbs 3oz

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyMy waters broke at 16:45 so I went to hospital where I was sent home to wait for labour to start. 30 minutes later she was born at home in our bed delivered by her daddy as she didn’t want to wait around! She was due on the 17th so arrived 2 weeks and 2 days early.

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Bournemouth Echo: 12 hours old12 hours old
Bournemouth Echo: 3 days old3 days old

From Francesca warman

Baby's full nameEmilia and millie

Baby's date of birth07 October 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb12oz 5lb3oz

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Emilia and millieEmilia and millie

From Francesca warman

Baby's full nameEmilia and millie

Baby's date of birth07 October 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb12oz 5lb3oz

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Emilia and millieEmilia and millie

From Andreea Dragomirescu

Baby's full nameVladimir Stan

Baby's date of birth10/09/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby4kg60g

Names of any siblings-

Tell us your birth storyI had an easy pregnancy, were I was able to work till the last 2 weeks. I gave birth to a boy of 4kg60g naturally. All the midwifes were lovely and really helpful. The experience as many mum may agree was excruciating but as I hold my baby in my arms and I start feeding him we both relaxed and all the pain was gone.Now was just me and him. Pregnancy can be scary but we womens need to remeber that we are built to do this! So with this I want to shout out for all the moms out there! You are super heroes!

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Bournemouth Echo: This is one of my favorite photos of him. He was just 2 days here.This is one of my favorite photos of him. He was just 2 days here.
Bournemouth Echo: In this pic he was almoust 1 month. I always love to watch him sleep, he looks so peaceful.In this pic he was almoust 1 month. I always love to watch him sleep, he looks so peaceful.

From Gemma Mumford-Burne

Baby's full nameIsabelle Grace Smith

Baby's date of birth26/07/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth story

From Hollie Adams

Baby's full nameRupert Sidney Adams

Baby's date of birth03/08/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsTheo

Tell us your birth storyMy waters went as we were leaving our Slimming wWorld group on the eve of 31st August and Rupert was born on 3rd September at 01:01am after many days of on and off labour.

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Bournemouth Echo: Rupert Sidney AdamsRupert Sidney Adams

From Hollie Adams

Baby's full nameRupert Sidney Adams

Baby's date of birth03/09/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Poole Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 7oz

Names of any siblingsTheo Adams

Tell us your birth storyMy waters went as I was leaving our Slimming World group on the evening of 31st August and Rupert was born on Thursday 3rd September at 1:01am after many days of on and off labour

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Bournemouth Echo: Rupert Sidney AdamsRupert Sidney Adams

From Kayleigh Davis

Baby's full nameCorinne-Ciara Kayleigh Karen Davis

Baby's date of birth16/4/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby5ib5oz

Names of any siblingsOnly child

Tell us your birth storyCorinne was born in the middle of lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: Corinne-CiaraCorinne-Ciara

From Kayleigh Davis

Baby's full nameCo'wyn-Jay Eric Horwood

Baby's date of birth8/9/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7ib10oz

Names of any siblingsSkarlet-Ciara

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Co'wyn-JayCo'wyn-Jay

From Tia love

Baby's full nameBeau-Bleu

Baby's date of birth27-08-20

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity poole

Weight of baby7lb4oz

Names of any siblingsAmarna-Lou Nellie-Rose Sunny-Rae

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Beau-BleuBeau-Bleu

From Tia love

Baby's full nameBeau-bleu mark rutterford

Baby's date of birth27/8/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby7lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsAmarna-Lou ,Nellie-Rose , Sunny-Rae

Tell us your birth storyI had to be induced at 38 weeks as I was having a few complications the midwives where lovely putting me at ease as I was on my own with out my partner (like all the other mums to be) things started of slowly then very quickly changed by this point my birthing partner had been aloud in and beau made a very quick entry to the world in the early hrs of the morning

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby beau-bleu a few hrs old waiting to go home xBaby beau-bleu a few hrs old waiting to go home x

From Lorraine Boyd

Baby's full nameEvie-rose Boyd

Baby's date of birth12/10/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8.7

Names of any siblingsBrahms Alexis

Tell us your birth storyIt was very hard emotionally knowing my partner wasn’t aloud into scans with me having to go through it all on my own it was very upsetting as you never know what will happen in the scans and your partner ain’t there to support you or see his baby I had a lot of complications in my pregnancy so was pretty scary knowing I have to do it all alone I bet loads of other mums out there felt the same way to but at least I got to have my parter in the c section with me for a couple hours it wasn’t long enough but it was so nice meeting our baby together He just couldn’t stop crying bless him think it’s cause the dads have lost out a lot through the whole pregnancy they have not really been able to get that proper bond they normally would if they could go in through it all but she’s finally here and she is doing really well I’m just so happy now that we’re all home together as a family

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Bournemouth Echo: Evie-rose with her big brother Brahms having cuddlesEvie-rose with her big brother Brahms having cuddles
Bournemouth Echo: So cute and relaxed my beautiful baby girlSo cute and relaxed my beautiful baby girl

From Sian Hilling

Baby's full nameRalph Christian Hilling

Baby's date of birth31/03/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby7lbs 14

Names of any siblingsEvie Hilling

Tell us your birth storyRalph was born one week after lockdown started by planned c section. In what was a scary time, we had the most positive experience in Poole Maternity Hospital. The staff were all so supportive and friendly and the other mums on the ward all supported each other. I’m still in touch with 2 other Mums whose babies were born on the same day as Ralph. If we hadn’t have been in lockdown, we wouldn’t have met and be friends now so I’m really grateful for how things turned out so well in such an uncertain time.

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Bournemouth Echo: 3 months3 months
Bournemouth Echo: First time on a swing - 6 months oldFirst time on a swing - 6 months old

From Tara Brown

Baby's full nameTyra Brown

Baby's date of birth01/06/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 8

Names of any siblingsTobin & Taylan

Tell us your birth storyShe was long awaited as both brothers came 10 days early and she was past her due date and a day away from induction (having already been postponed a week earlier). Laughed hard during an episode of The Slow-Mo Guys! Within 30mins contractions warranted we go to the hospital and she arrived 2.5hrs later!!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby with her 2x older brothers and cat!Baby with her 2x older brothers and cat!
Bournemouth Echo: Such a happy baby! Our final BrownieSuch a happy baby! Our final Brownie

From Natalie Lathwell

Baby's full nameEllie Grace Lathwell

Baby's date of birth21/09/202”

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7Ib 8

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was induced at Poole on 20th September. I went in at 6pm on my own due to the restrictions. I was settled in and then seen by the midwife fairly quickly. I spent the night on the ante natal ward alone. The induction started kicking in during the early hours of 21st September and my waters broke around 8am. Things then progressed quite quickly and I was soon moved onto delivery suite, where my husband was allowed in. Baby was born at 16:16. They allowed my husband to stay with us until 11pm when they moved me to the postnatal ward. All the staff at Poole Hospital, those in my ante natal care and post natal care have all been amazing and are doing such a wonderful job through such a difficult time!! It is with thanks to them that I look back fondly on my whole experience of pregnancy through a pandemic!!

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Bournemouth Echo: Ellie Grace LathwellEllie Grace Lathwell
Bournemouth Echo: A few minutes oldA few minutes old

From Coral Page

Baby's full nameJacob John Page & George Richard Page

Baby's date of birth08 October 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby4lb 12oz & 5lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyInduced at 36 weeks. As usual with twins. Had a natural birth, not so usual with multiple births. Stayed in for 5 days afterwards. The team (and there were alot of them) were absolutely amazing.

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Bournemouth Echo: George Richard & Jacob John PageGeorge Richard & Jacob John Page

From Kayleigh Williams

Baby's full nameMaisie-may kerr

Baby's date of birth18/03/2020

Place of birthHome

Weight of baby4.15

Names of any siblingsRiley-Thomas Kerr

Tell us your birth storyMaisie was born on the 18.03.2020 and only 4.15, maisie was born at home

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleepy timeSleepy time
Bournemouth Echo: Teething and my baby girl can’t go to sleepTeething and my baby girl can’t go to sleep

From Andrew Boyd

Baby's full nameEvie-rose Brooke violet boyd

Baby's date of birth12/10/20

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8-7

Names of any siblingsBrahms alexis

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful baby girl Evie-roseMy beautiful baby girl Evie-rose
Bournemouth Echo: Daddy’s little princessDaddy’s little princess

From Gemma Parker

Baby's full nameRay Jon Parker

Baby's date of birth07/07/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby8lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsGeorge

Tell us your birth storyAfter shielding for 4 months and attending all second and third trimester appointments on my own, I was worried about the possibility of being in labour without a birthing partner. When I went over my due date I was given a date to be induced and told I would have to go into hospital by myself. I was worried about this. Luckily ray arrived only a couple of days late and after I had a short examination, my husband was allowed to come into the birthing suite with me. Ray was born in rhe birthing pool 3 hours later at 1.24pm. We were home that evening as a family of 4.

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Bournemouth Echo: Less than an hour oldLess than an hour old
Bournemouth Echo: Our Ray of sunshineOur Ray of sunshine

From Jessica Hirons

Baby's full nameTeddy Hirons

Baby's date of birth08/10/2020

Place of birthAt home

Weight of baby7lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsAmelia and Toby

Tell us your birth storyDue to the closure of Bournemouth Birth Centre and the restrictions in place, I decided to have my baby at home. He kept us waiting and arrived 15 days late but I had a wonderful home waterbirth thanks to the amazing midwifes who made it possible. His big brother and sister woke up in the morning to find their new brother downstairs.

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Bournemouth Echo: Teddy with his big brother and sister.Teddy with his big brother and sister.
Bournemouth Echo: TeddyTeddy

From Sian Osborne

Baby's full nameArthur John Fudge

Baby's date of birth15.06.2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby9lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsHazel, Ivy and Thea

Tell us your birth storyA nice quick labour, my waters broke at 10.30am we went down and my partner had to wait outside until they were happy baby was definitely on his way, 5 minutes after he got thru the doors baby boy was born happy and healthy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Arthur and his very proud sistersArthur and his very proud sisters
Bournemouth Echo: Arthur now at 4 monthsArthur now at 4 months

From Hayley Spink

Baby's full nameOllie Charles Spink

Baby's date of birth21/08/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsEmily, Jacob and Chloe (triplets!)

Tell us your birth storyI spent the majority of my pregnancy on lockdown unable to go anywhere and whilst home schooling my other kids. It was hard but also lovely to be with them at home. Sadly I had to attend all my scans (apart from the first) on my own due to covid restrictions. Ollie was born by c section after my waters broke a week early. After my previous multiple pregnancy I was hoping for a more normal experience this time but that obviously didn’t happen! St Mary’s maternity hospital are amazing and looked after us so well. They were incredibly busy but did such a great job under exceptional circumstances.

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Bournemouth Echo: A couple of days oldA couple of days old
Bournemouth Echo: First smilesFirst smiles

From Naomi Laura smith

Baby's full nameAura-lily smith

Baby's date of birth08/08/2020

Place of birthDorset County Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI’m Naomi 17 years old and I was fully on panic mode during my pregnancy because of this situation. I got induced on 07/08/2020 after it taking all day I got to 2cm dilated and then agreed to have my waters broken, contractions came in strong so I jumped in the bath they noticed my baby’s heart rate kept dropping so I got put on the drip and excepted epidural they put it in the wrong place at first ouch! Plus I had 7 wasps watching me give birth it was scary! Then at 5:59am On the 8th august aura-lily was born, she’s the love of my life!

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Bournemouth Echo: My cheeky baby who is now 9 weeks old time honestly flysMy cheeky baby who is now 9 weeks old time honestly flys
Bournemouth Echo: Our first photo together! The way we just locked eyes melts my heartOur first photo together! The way we just locked eyes melts my heart

From Tayla Davis

Baby's full nameArthur John merrick

Baby's date of birth14/07/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNolah

Tell us your birth storyArthur was born 2 weeks early via emergency c section. We had to stay 6 nights and although it was very hard not being able to see family the staff In the delivery suite were always so kind and helpful.

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Bournemouth Echo: Arthur minutes old.Arthur minutes old.
Bournemouth Echo: Arthur with his big sister Nolah.Arthur with his big sister Nolah.

From Sophie Mylius

Baby's full nameTillie-Rae Eileen Samways

Baby's date of birth17th April 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsElla-Rose and Louie-John

Tell us your birth storyAmazing experience at Poole maternity. Staff were fantastic and you would never have known covid was present

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Bournemouth Echo: Now 6 months oldNow 6 months old

From Carly Brown

Baby's full nameEden Joe Brown

Baby's date of birth13/10/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's (Poole)

Weight of baby6lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsDaisy Rae Brown

Tell us your birth storyCategory 2 cesarean section bought forward due to Placenta Praevia. Stayed in 4 nights prior due to complications followed by one night after birth.

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Bournemouth Echo: Eden Joe BrownEden Joe Brown
Bournemouth Echo: Big sister Daisy with her baby brother EdenBig sister Daisy with her baby brother Eden

From Catherine Christopher

Baby's full nameElla Christopher

Baby's date of birth17/03/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8pounds 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyI was booked in for a planned c-section on 27th March and luckily Ella decided to arrive early or my husband wouldn’t have been allowed to stay. She was born at 12.12pm and we couldn’t have been happier with lockdown looming that we were able to take her home the next day. Barely any family managed to meet her before the country went into lockdown but lots of FaceTime took place.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little familyOur little family

From Sarah Jane Hicks

Baby's full nameWilfred Samuel Francis Richards

Baby's date of birth5th October 2020

Place of birthPoole St Mary's Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 1oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyThe midwives and nurses at Poole St Mary's were brilliant too and I was met with an old school mate in the delivery suite, who turned out to be my midwife in the end. It was scary when my partner had to leave because of the restrictions on visitors. I turned to my baby, still shaken from the birth and tried my best to figure it all out. One particular nurse left a lasting memory. Her name was Ellen. As I wasn't allowed anyone in to help me, she taught me how to breastfeed, how to wrap my baby and change him properly and made sure my baby was latching on. She reassured me when I felt overwhelmed and was there for me when I didn't know how to start being a mother. She was kind and went above and beyond during a time when there was so much uncertainty and isolation. I will never forget her kindness. She was there for me until I was able to go home and seek the advice and support of my own incredible mother. Thank you so much.

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Bournemouth Echo: Wilfred Samuel Francis Richards, four days old.Wilfred Samuel Francis Richards, four days old.
Bournemouth Echo: Wilfred Samuel Francis Richards, four days old.Wilfred Samuel Francis Richards, four days old.

From Sheri green

Baby's full nameAustin lee Kenneth green Phibbs

Baby's date of birth18/08/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7.6lbs

Names of any siblingsNo

Tell us your birth storyPregnancy and birth was all such a positive experience, all staff members were incredible and family and friends really supportive. Despite no partners in scans or early labour, all the staff are really calming and helpful.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby AustinBaby Austin

From Hollie Moore

Baby's full nameJack Avery Hill

Baby's date of birth20/06/20

Place of birthHaven, Poole maternity unit

Weight of baby8lb1oz

Names of any siblingsPaisley (sister)

Tell us your birth storyWe arrived at hospital around 2am, Jack was in a bit of a difficult position but he arrived a little after 7am and we went home around lunchtime. His big sister was in love the second he arrived home and hasn't stopped doting on him since. Jack is doing great, just a shame he hasn't been able to go to any groups!

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Bournemouth Echo: A few weeks oldA few weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Jack and his big sister PaisleyJack and his big sister Paisley

From Sapphire Bassett

Baby's full nameRio Matthew Bassett

Baby's date of birth19/09/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby5lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Such a cutieSuch a cutie
Bournemouth Echo: Baby’s first smileBaby’s first smile

From Louise barber

Baby's full nameGeorge Shakesheff

Baby's date of birth03.08.20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 1

Names of any siblingsMillie and Rhia

Tell us your birth storyI was attending a routine ante natal appointment at 36 weeks pregnant and I was alone, was told my back waters had gone and I was to stay in and be induced to get baby out. 3 days later he was here and he was all healthy. My partner was only able to come in during labour. We then had to stay a further 2 days for monitoring .

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby GeorgeBaby George
Bournemouth Echo: George with his big sistersGeorge with his big sisters

From Kimberley Knott

Baby's full nameThomas Gordon Knott

Baby's date of birth10/08/2020

Place of birthDorchester

Weight of baby7lbs 14oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyTommy was born at 38 weeks and 4 days through induction. He really wanted to come out into the world early! I was alone until I was in established labour, when my husband was then allowed to join us. 5 hours later, Tommy was born, healthy and happy. COVID restrictions had been tough, going to scans and finding out the gender alone, but he makes it all worth it.

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Bournemouth Echo: The cutest pumpkin in the patchThe cutest pumpkin in the patch
Bournemouth Echo: Tommy at about 5 hours oldTommy at about 5 hours old

From Caitlin Hunter-Keeber

Baby's full nameIyla Hunter-Keeber

Baby's date of birth18.07.2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb12

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI definitely think for me the scariest moment was being all alone to be induced and give birth, it was horrible with only having 1 person come after it’s awful having to choose between people it’s so lonely but the midwifes make you feel so welcome

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Bournemouth Echo: Iyla at 13weeksIyla at 13weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Iyla only a few minutes oldIyla only a few minutes old

From Jade Linington

Baby's full nameRoman Vincent

Baby's date of birth20/09/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsDaisy and Riley

Tell us your birth storyBeing pregnant and giving birth during the pandemic has been a crazy experience to say the least however It has been so lovely to be able to spend some so much family time together making memories at home, and an experience we will never forget!

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Bournemouth Echo: Roman VincentRoman Vincent

From Frankie

Baby's full nameChester Neil Andrew Webb

Baby's date of birth25/04/20

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby8lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsOllie

Tell us your birth storySo I had to be induced on 23rd April The next morning I had my waters broken and I was 3 cm for the next 16 hours I stayed 3 cm, got told I had to have a C section so they tried over an hour to get the epidural in my back and it wouldn’t work so I had to go under to have an emergency C section.I wanted water birth, natural, Aromatherapy oils and gas and air. It went 0 to 60 the opposite that I wanted, but had to be done. Bubba is amazing beautiful content so in love with him and this little lion cub is my hole world I love him so much and he was worth every last second. I was in a lot of pain very swollen could hardly move very very emotional it was a pretty intense recovery. Six mth on and Chester’s is becoming a real character he’s just amazing.

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Bournemouth Echo: My very own little elfMy very own little elf
Bournemouth Echo: Always with a smile on his faceAlways with a smile on his face

From Sarah Watson

Baby's full nameHarper Elizabeth Runyeard

Baby's date of birth27/04/2020

Place of birthDorchester hospital

Weight of baby6lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsFather Andy Runyeard.

Tell us your birth storyHarper was born in lockdown via c section, as she was breach. Was a very strange the way things was giving birth to her as I had to give my partner hour notice when I was going down & he was only allowed to stay with us in hospital for 24hours. But 6 months on she’s turning into a right character. But we can’t believe how fast it’s going.

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Bournemouth Echo: HarperHarper
Bournemouth Echo: HarperHarper

From Kelly Martin

Baby's full nameOliver Naptin

Baby's date of birth20-07-2020

Place of birthDorset county hospital

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsCharlie

Tell us your birth storyBeing pregnant in a worldwide pandemic was quite something! Although I had niggling anxieties the whole experience went rather smoothly despite suffering with SPD and no physio therapy etc because of Covid-19. All the maternity staff at DCH we’re absolutely amazing and I can’t thank them enough!! I can’t wait to tell Oliver who is now 3 months old all about it in years to come!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Oliver having a much needed stretch!Baby Oliver having a much needed stretch!
Bournemouth Echo: A few hours old..A few hours old..

From Tina Byfield

Baby's full nameKitt Best

Baby's date of birth01/07/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7.1lbs

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur miracle baby was born at poole! He was born right in the middle of the pandemic and has always been mine and my partners reason to carry on!

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Bournemouth Echo: First smile!First smile!

From Carrie Heath

Baby's full nameEzra John Heath

Baby's date of birth17/06/20

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby8lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsWillow

Tell us your birth storyIt wasnt the best experience at all, my husband was sent home and didnt get back in time to be there for the birth so I gave birth alone and ended up in hospital for 5 days on my own with no visitors allowed. Lockdown ruined my birth experience but at least he is happy and healthy and his big sister is absolutely in love with him.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ezra and his big sister WillowEzra and his big sister Willow
Bournemouth Echo: Ezra John HeathEzra John Heath

From Tina Williams

Baby's full nameKyla Tia Williams

Baby's date of birth18/07/2020

Place of birthPoole, Haven ward

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsMylo, Kori, Lily-Rose and Rio

Tell us your birth storyEnjoying my Saturday evening sat down waiting for tea when my waters broke. Rang through to the maternity unit and was told to head down to the Haven ward. Well my contractions soon started to come on thick and fast, headed down to the ward and was already 9cm dilated. Kyla was born at 9.50pm, the staff were great and I felt very at ease whilst in labour.

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Bournemouth Echo: Must be wind!Must be wind!
Bournemouth Echo: PeacefulPeaceful

From Kayleigh

Baby's full nameLily Lexi Mary Hempstead

Baby's date of birth04/06/2020

Place of birthHome

Weight of baby8lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsFinley Hempstead

Tell us your birth storyAfter being 3 days over due she decided that she wasn’t hanging around and with paramedics/midwife only just making it with minutes to spare x

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Bournemouth Echo: 1st outing1st outing

From Jamie Maidment

Baby's full nameDarcy Maidment

Baby's date of birth10th August 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby7lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI am a local children’s entertainer and if it hadn’t have been for the coronavirus pandemic, my daughter would have been due in a busy summer season of events. My wife was due to be induced as she went 8 days overdue and she would have had to go in for this alone until she was in active labour when I would have been allowed to join her. Luckily Becky went into labour naturally a few days before she was due to be induced and when we arrived at the hospital she was already 4cm dilated so I went in with her straight away. The midwives were amazing and made us feel totally at ease as first time parents and just 2 hours after arriving at the hospital our beautiful baby girl was born. Thank you so much to all midwives and health care staff who have helped us during these strange times. Jamie Jigsaw

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Bournemouth Echo: The Jigsaw family!The Jigsaw family!
Bournemouth Echo: Darcy at 6 weeks oldDarcy at 6 weeks old

From Bethany heyward

Baby's full nameMaisie-Joy Aria Gray

Baby's date of birth26/04/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby8lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsKayden, Keira and Scarlet-Rose

Tell us your birth storyI was 3 days overdue and my waters broke early hours of the morning, i went into hospital much later on i was in full labour and my partner stayed with me the whole time, weve previously had an angel baby so his presence was very important, after maisie-joy arived we were home safe and sound within a couple of hours and the midwives were so lovely

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Bournemouth Echo: Our Maise MooOur Maise Moo

From Amy tizzard

Baby's full nameNovah Amaya Victoria Tizzard

Baby's date of birth11/07/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby6lb9oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy waters went at 1:00am on Friday 10th July. Went into labour naturally shortly after. Arrived at hospital and was 4.5cm dilated. Got into the pool and laboured for 4hrs 47 minutes with 2 hours using gas and air. My precious bundle of joy - Novah was born at 4:42am on 11/07/202 weighing 6lb9oz. She stole our hearts right away. We came home that evening around 6pm.

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Bournemouth Echo: Novah Amaya VictoriaNovah Amaya Victoria
Bournemouth Echo: Our first family photoOur first family photo

From Kathrine brown

Baby's full nameEsme ivy Goodeve

Baby's date of birth17/07/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsAsia. Leon hope Jake

Tell us your birth storyWas induced at 39 weeks spent over 24hrs in delivery room but didn’t progress so ended up with a c-section because waters had been gone too long the staff where absolutely amazing worked so hard to keep me and my partner at ease during these strange times

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Bournemouth Echo: Esme at just a few weeks old nowEsme at just a few weeks old now
Bournemouth Echo: 3 months old3 months old

From Amanda Carpenter

Baby's full nameJesse Darren Arthur Carpenter

Baby's date of birth04th August 2020

Place of birthDorchester hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 11

Names of any siblingsPoppy-Rose Carpenter

Tell us your birth storyI had to spend two weeks in hospital as at my growth scan Jesse had moved and was transverse unstable lie so there was massive risks to his life if I'd have given birth naturally. Was the most lonely place in hospital during the pandemic and not being allowed any visitors. I missed my daughter who is 3 so much. Jesse was born by c section at 533pm on 4th Aug. It was the most incredible experience and dorchester hospital were amazing. The best thing was when they allowed my mum in to the section and she could stay with us for 24 hours after he was born

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Bournemouth Echo: My mum and Jesse as soon as he was bornMy mum and Jesse as soon as he was born
Bournemouth Echo: Jesse 11 weeks oldJesse 11 weeks old

From Sharmaine Marie rendell

Baby's full nameEllie steele

Baby's date of birth12/09/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8pound 6

Names of any siblingsMila and miley

Tell us your birth storywent into hospital as my waters were leaking and they was worried about a infection after a night in the ward were my partner was not aloud with me threw Covid-19 me and the other women on the ward kept each other company and supported each other it was a nice experience considering partners weren’t aloud finally I got to the labour suite and within 2hours I had my beautiful girl but it wasn’t all fun and games my little girl arm got stuck in pelvic bone and had the emergency button pressed for 5 mins of 6 people trying to tug her out where she was stuck they said any longer she would of been brain damaged or died it was the most traumatic experience but the staff of Poole was amazing I had worried for nothing threw being in lockdown they made you feel safe and happy everyone that helped me threw my labour was amazing the midwifes of Poole hospital are truly a inspiration especially the young midwife who was their threw every bit of my labour with me and my partner

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Bournemouth Echo: Ellie steele my beautiful lockdown baby!!Ellie steele my beautiful lockdown baby!!
Bournemouth Echo: When she was bornWhen she was born

From Lauren morfett

Baby's full nameKodi David Morfett

Baby's date of birth29/05/20

Place of birthSouthampton

Weight of baby9lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsIsaac

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Cheeky monkeyCheeky monkey

From Dannii Joyce

Baby's full nameBonnie Craig

Baby's date of birth07/10/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsTommy and Darcy.

Tell us your birth storyI had a c-section on the 7th. My partner was asked to leave a few hours after she was born.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bonnie 2 weeks old.Bonnie 2 weeks old.
Bournemouth Echo: Having cuddles with her big brother.Having cuddles with her big brother.

From Cheney Miller

Baby's full nameHarlow Ava Brennan

Baby's date of birth21/08/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8Ib 2oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyDelivered by Csection during COVID 19

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Bournemouth Echo: Good MorningGood Morning
Bournemouth Echo: Smiley GirlSmiley Girl

From Leah Gibson

Baby's full namePaddy-Johnny Delboy Gibson-Turner

Baby's date of birth27/03/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s poole

Weight of baby7lb9oz

Names of any siblingsBaby brother to 4

Tell us your birth storyBorn just as we locked down, paddy-Johnny arrived at 36 weeks and needed help with his breathing and blood sugars in the nicu where he then went on to fight sepsis! So proud of him. We love you paddy X

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Bournemouth Echo: NewbornNewborn
Bournemouth Echo: Paddy now xPaddy now x

From Alexandra McGurk

Baby's full nameAoife Grace McGurk

Baby's date of birth6th June 2020

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby7lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsFindlay and Archie

Tell us your birth storyThe midwives and doctors were amazing during the whole thing, they made us forget everything bad that was happening outside and made us feel loved and supported. Even when Aoife’s heart rate stayed too high they helped us stay calm and got her out safely. Not being able to have people there for check ups and scans was really hard, but Charlie was able to be there when she was born, and the main thing was everyone stayed safe!

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Bournemouth Echo: Celebrating being 4 months!Celebrating being 4 months!
Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping her way through tummy time at 3 weeks oldSleeping her way through tummy time at 3 weeks old

From Sammi-jo Cole

Baby's full nameArlo Cole

Baby's date of birth1st September 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6 pound 11

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was 12 weeks pregnant when the lockdown took place in March, attended all scans alone, but went on to have a healthy baby boy who was delivered by c section

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby ArloBaby Arlo
Bournemouth Echo: First trip outFirst trip out

From Abigail Jennings

Baby's full nameLily Joanne Richards

Baby's date of birth17.06.2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb3oz

Names of any siblingsRose-Ivy

Tell us your birth storyI was induced with Lily so Dad (Cornel) was not allowed in. They said he could come when I went to delivery. Well I never made it to delivery and gave birth on the antenatal ward and we had to video call Cornel to let him see the birth of his first child. He was on his way and met Lily 20 minutes later

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Bournemouth Echo: Lily at 4 monthsLily at 4 months
Bournemouth Echo: Homemade photoshoot as it was still lockdownHomemade photoshoot as it was still lockdown

From Sophie

Baby's full nameFreddie Mac Harrison

Baby's date of birth27/5/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5.12

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Freddie Mac Harrison- born during lockdown 2020Freddie Mac Harrison- born during lockdown 2020

From Megan lake

Baby's full nameViolet Mae Symes

Baby's date of birth12/09/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsTwo brothers

Tell us your birth storyWas only allowed one birthing partner who was only able to come with me once I was moved to the delivery ward. I was induced and had to spend two days in the hospital by myself. It was lonely and not being able to have my mum/partner with me was hard. I was very lucky though as after violet was born there was no space in the postnatal ward so I had to stay in the delivery ward which meant my birthing partner was allowed to stay with me for an extra few hours but I was needed to stay in for 12 hours after birth which meant her brother and dad had to wait to meet her

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby VioletBaby Violet

From Sonia Baker

Baby's full nameSean Leo Baker

Baby's date of birth18.08.2020

Place of birthPOOLE

Weight of baby3.8kg

Names of any siblingsna

Tell us your birth storyOur little man didn't want to come out, 10 days overdue and 4 days in labour, ended up having emergency c-section. Boy knew whats happening here !

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby SeanBaby Sean
Bournemouth Echo: Baby SeanBaby Sean

From Emily Brown

Baby's full nameRonnie Ernest Craig Coleman

Baby's date of birthSunday 12th April 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsAva-Grace

Tell us your birth storyRonnie was born via a c-section, 2 weeks 2 days early. He ended up going to Nicu for 4 days due to his breathing struggling and a heart murmur. We came out of hospital on the Friday and the same day lost our nan. He is a healthy chunky 6 month old now.

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Bournemouth Echo: Minutes oldMinutes old
Bournemouth Echo: Ronnie 6 months oldRonnie 6 months old

From Verity Hardy

Baby's full nameGeorge Hardy

Baby's date of birth12/07/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby9lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsHenry Hardy

Tell us your birth storyAmazing care given on Haven Birthing Suite. George was delivered by midwife Donna Webley who was incredible-couldn't have asked for more!

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Bournemouth Echo: Hello world!Hello world!

From Zoe Rawlings

Baby's full nameJayden Peter Paul Rawlings

Baby's date of birth24.09.2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyJayden was born during the pandemic. Mummy was over due by 2 days so got induced. Daddy wasn’t allowed in until mummy was moved to the labour ward. Daddy stayed with us for a few hours after I was born but then he had to go home without us as I had to be monitored over night. We got to go home and be a family of 3 the next day.

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Bournemouth Echo: 3 weeks old3 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: 2 weeks old2 weeks old

From Ella Bedwell

Baby's full nameAsher Jude Lee Bedwell

Baby's date of birth03/09/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby7oz 14

Names of any siblingsCass, Lincoln & Lillee

Tell us your birth storyAsher was a long 13 days late but after having my waters broken he decided very quickly he was ready to come! Luckily we only live round the corner so Daddy just about made it and he was born half an hour later. 2 weeks later our house sale finally completed and we are now doing up our new place! It’s been a crazy year!

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Bournemouth Echo: Just after we got home from the hospitalJust after we got home from the hospital
Bournemouth Echo: Pumpkin picking with his big brotherPumpkin picking with his big brother

From Charlotte Barnes

Baby's full nameAlfie Sidney Robin Barnes

Baby's date of birth11/04/2020

Place of birthDorchester Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 7oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyAlfie was born via emergency c-section 2 weeks into lockdown. It was a very scary process for a first time mum like myself as restrictions in the hospital was very tight. However I wouldn’t change him for the world. I’ve had up and down days but each day has been a learning curve from the youngest and smallest teacher I’ve ever experienced!

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Bournemouth Echo: On the right Alfie was only 24 hours old. On the left he’s 6 months oldOn the right Alfie was only 24 hours old. On the left he’s 6 months old

From David Johnson

Baby's full nameJakub Banasik-Johnson

Baby's date of birth19/08/2029

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsBrother to Olivia Banasik-Johnson (8)

Tell us your birth storyJakub Aleksander was born at 0920 on the 19th August via C-Section at Poole Maternity Hospital. Out of the darkness of 2020 came our little ray of light.

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Bournemouth Echo: First smilesFirst smiles
Bournemouth Echo: Happy to be hereHappy to be here

From Tia love

Baby's full nameBeau-bleu Rutterford

Baby's date of birth28/8/20

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb4oz

Names of any siblingsAmarna-Lou Nellie-rose sunny-Rae

Tell us your birth storyI had to induced at 37 weeks all was good and my partner was aloud into delivery when I went through he was sent home in the morning when I was taken up to a ward the only bit I found hard was being kept in for 24hrs on my own and my other children couldn’t come down to meet him x

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Bournemouth Echo: A few hrs old xA few hrs old x

From Sophie leigh

Baby's full nameTheo Joshua Froud

Baby's date of birth20/09/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 8oz

Names of any siblings

Tell us your birth storyWaters broke on Sunday morning at 10.10 and had Theo at 16.01 was a really quick labour for a first time mum 5hr and 51mins from waters to arrival of baby ????????

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Bournemouth Echo: Little Theo FroudLittle Theo Froud
Bournemouth Echo: Little Theo FroudLittle Theo Froud

From Zoe Jones

Baby's full nameDylan Jones

Baby's date of birth20/07/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsAlbert Jones

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Wide awakeWide awake

From Denise Haedrich

Baby's full nameFreya Theresia King

Baby's date of birth01.07.2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby3805g

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy birth was amazing and I found it quite easy! The midwives were so lovely and made me feel at ease the whole time I was in hospital! Even once Freya was born, their care and support was just second to none! Absolutely loved my whole pregnancy and birth experience.

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Bournemouth Echo: What am I?What am I?
Bournemouth Echo: Hi!! I'm a kitty today.Hi!! I'm a kitty today.

From Amy Percy

Baby's full nameGrayson Percy

Baby's date of birth22/09/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8 lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsAdalind Percy

Tell us your birth storyDuring this pandemic my high risk pregnancy has been a nerve racking experience after 5 miscarriages in total I was so blessed to find out during full lockdown I was expecting a baby boy after having my daughter in 2017. I had an elective Csection due to complications and I couldn’t be more thankful for the staff. Our NHS are truly amazing and feel so blessed. My husband left once I was moved onto the ward but it wasn’t as bad as I thought all us mums chatted all night and helped eachother was a really nice experience even though it was daunting.

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Bournemouth Echo: First proper little outfit????First proper little outfit????
Bournemouth Echo: Dreaming????Dreaming????

From Megan Hawkins

Baby's full nameIsla Hawkins

Baby's date of birth20/07/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb9oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyAt 7:30am my husband Paul dropped me at Poole for a check up due to a bit of bleeding. The midwife checked me over and said all seemed fine but I would stay in to be monitored so I text Paul to tell him all was okay and he could go into work. At 8:30am I was seen by a Doctor who decided that they would deliver our baby that day due to my placenta bleeding. I called Paul back to tell him, Paul arrived at hospital around 9:15am and then Isla was delivered by emergency cesarean at 10:09am.

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Bournemouth Echo: Isla Mary Hawkins 8 weeks oldIsla Mary Hawkins 8 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Isla Mary Hawkins 10 weeks old, our little smiler.Isla Mary Hawkins 10 weeks old, our little smiler.

From Katie Ward

Baby's full nameCarter Brian Kenneth Ward

Baby's date of birth5th September 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7.05lb

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyCarter was born two weeks early. He has been a ray of sunshine for his proud parents Katie and David Ward, during these strange times.

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Bournemouth Echo: Nearly a week oldNearly a week old
Bournemouth Echo: Just bornJust born

From Kio Jones

Baby's full nameArchibald

Baby's date of birth16 09 20

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was in Labour for 10 hours, and it was was so worth it, To bring my Archibald Into this world. Thank you to all the NHS midwifes During the pandemic and supported me during my labour they were all Amazing!!

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Bournemouth Echo: Archibald 15days oldArchibald 15days old

From Katie knox

Baby's full nameArlo John Knox

Baby's date of birth06.06.2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Poole

Weight of baby5lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsEloise Knox

Tell us your birth storyAfter a routine growth scan I was told my placenta was not working effectively. I was admitted to hospital and the next day Arlo was borm my emergency csection. I was able to have my husband Steven with me for the birth and he spent a few hours with us before I went up to the post natal ward. We had to say in hospital for a few nights due to Arlo needing tests for jaundice and a couple of other things. We were unable to see my husband and daughter untill we got sent home. The midwifes, nurses and health care assistants were all amazing throughout my stay in hospital

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Bournemouth Echo: Arlo a few hours oldArlo a few hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Arlo 16 weeksArlo 16 weeks

From Bethany Maycock

Baby's full nameTobias Maycock

Baby's date of birth25/08/2020

Place of birthSouthampton hospital but we live in southbourne

Weight of baby6lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyLittle Toby was born was a heart condition and had heart surgery at 4 days old. He’s recovered well and is home with mummy and daddy and doing great.

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Bournemouth Echo: TobyToby
Bournemouth Echo: TobyToby

From Bethany Maycock

Baby's full nameTobias Maycock

Baby's date of birth25/08/2020

Place of birthSouthampton hospital but we live in southbourne

Weight of baby6lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyLittle Toby was born was a heart condition and had heart surgery at 4 days old. He’s recovered well and is home with mummy and daddy and doing great.

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Bournemouth Echo: TobyToby
Bournemouth Echo: TobyToby

From Bethany Maycock

Baby's full nameTobias Maycock

Baby's date of birth25/08/2020

Place of birthSouthampton hospital but we live in southbourne

Weight of baby6lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyLittle Toby was born was a heart condition and had heart surgery at 4 days old. He’s recovered well and is home with mummy and daddy and doing great.

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Bournemouth Echo: TobyToby
Bournemouth Echo: TobyToby

From Clare Victoria Spares

Baby's full nameCharlie John Spares

Baby's date of birth02/08/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 2

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyCharlie was born at Poole hospital on Sunday 2nd August to proud parents, Clare and Rich Spares

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Bournemouth Echo: Charlie John SparesCharlie John Spares

From Jenny

Baby's full nameBeatrix Olive Blake

Baby's date of birth12/08/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb10

Names of any siblingsHenry & Arthur

Tell us your birth storyBeatrix was born on one of the hottest days of the year in the middle of the global pandemic via C section.

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Bournemouth Echo: Newborn beatrixNewborn beatrix
Bournemouth Echo: Beatrix 4 weeksBeatrix 4 weeks

From Zoe Rose

Baby's full nameElla Rose Jerrard

Baby's date of birthPoole

Place of birth29.08.202”

Weight of baby8lb

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyA lonely miracle, after the 2 day labour Ella arrived only for mum and baby to be kept in for 7 days! Due to the pandemic it made this experience very long, lonely and scary. But eventually we were reunited with my partner who was thrilled to finally get that moment of carrying his Daughter out the hospital!

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Bournemouth Echo: Ellas first time leaving the house since arriving home!Ellas first time leaving the house since arriving home!
Bournemouth Echo: Day 4 patiently waiting to leave hospital and meet the family, wondering why everyone’s face is covered in video calls!Day 4 patiently waiting to leave hospital and meet the family, wondering why everyone’s face is covered in video calls!

From Holly ella

Baby's full namemax taylor

Baby's date of birth18 07 2020

Place of birthpoole

Weight of baby7lb 4z

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyIt was a very long, traumatic 44 hours bringing my buddle of joy Max into the world, but worth all the pain. The nurses and midwives were beyond helpful, kind and patient with myself and baby Max. Luckily my partner was actually allowed in for the birth as I was worried he wouldn't be able to due to not being able to come to the scans or other appointments.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ready for his next bottleReady for his next bottle

From Olivia fay

Baby's full nameAoife Grace Wayland Fay

Baby's date of birth14th September 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby9lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsOliver fay

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby AoifeBaby Aoife

From Samantha Cooper

Baby's full nameDaisey-Marie Charlene shelia Lynch

Baby's date of birth16/08/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7 pound 14 oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy birth was amazing I was so nervous due to my partner not being allowed in till I was in full active labour but the midwifes was amazing and I couldn’t thank them enough for helping me through it xx

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Bournemouth Echo: 5 weeks old ??5 weeks old ??
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From Jodie Thomas-Brooke

Baby's full nameRoman Ray Godfrey

Baby's date of birth29/07/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8pound 12 ounces

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyI had a planned C-Section as Roman was breech. Due to complications I had to go back into theatre, myself and my partner can't thank the staff at poole materinty unit more. All so attentive, kind and amazing at there jobs made my experience better than it would have been.

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Bournemouth Echo: Loves Bath timeLoves Bath time
Bournemouth Echo: Why so seriousWhy so serious

From Rachel Bailey

Baby's full nameBethany Mae Bailey

Baby's date of birth06/09/2020

Place of birthSouthampton

Weight of baby8lb

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyLiving on the Dorset / Hampshire border, proud parents Tom and Rachel are celebrating the birth of their first child and daughter Bethany Mae. The birth did not go smoothly - after over 2 hours of pushing at the New Forest Birth Centre in Ashurst, Rachel was transported by ambulance to the Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton where Bethany was delivered in an operating theatre

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Bournemouth Echo: Bethany with daddy and toy rabbitBethany with daddy and toy rabbit
Bournemouth Echo: Bethany feeling all snugglyBethany feeling all snuggly

From Lucy Langford

Baby's full nameMolly Faith Burgess

Baby's date of birth24/08/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6 pounds 7

Names of any siblingsDaisy, Mason and Arthur

Tell us your birth storyLittle Molly was born 3 weeks early at Poole Maternity unit after a very speedy arrival (47 minutes). Baby sister to Daisy, Mason and Arthur. Mummy (Lucy) and Daddy (Scott) are very proud and Molly completes the family perfectly.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our familyOur family
Bournemouth Echo: Molly at 1 week oldMolly at 1 week old

From Gabriela Hooper

Baby's full nameHannah Hooper

Baby's date of birth03/08/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby3kg

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyN/A

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Bournemouth Echo: Hannah Hooper born on 3rd August 2020 in Poole Hospital. Weight 3 kg.Hannah Hooper born on 3rd August 2020 in Poole Hospital. Weight 3 kg.

From Amy miles

Baby's full nameCoby Bo Miles

Baby's date of birth9/7/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7,11lbs

Names of any siblingsLaken

Tell us your birth storyAfter a long 3 days of labour Coby made his way into our world, big brother Laken has been amazing, we are navigating through having 2 under 2 and can’t wait to watch the boys grown up together.

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Bournemouth Echo: Coby and LakenCoby and Laken
Bournemouth Echo: Coby Bo MilesCoby Bo Miles

From Maria Turner

Baby's full nameLilah Faith Rose McGowan

Baby's date of birth7th August

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 1

Names of any siblingsTommy

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Lilah Faith Rose McGowanLilah Faith Rose McGowan

From Gabriela Hooper

Baby's full nameHannah Hooper

Baby's date of birth03/08/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby3kg

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Hannah HooperHannah Hooper

From Ashley Green

Baby's full nameHarper & Olivia Green

Baby's date of birth24 July 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby5 pounds 5 and 5 pounds 7

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyHarper and Olivia, our IVF miracles, born to a very proud Mum and Dad after an emergency c-section.

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Bournemouth Echo: The Green Twins. Born 24 July 2020 to a very proud Mummy and Daddy.The Green Twins. Born 24 July 2020 to a very proud Mummy and Daddy.
Bournemouth Echo: The Green Twins. Born 24 July 2020 to a very proud Mummy and Daddy.The Green Twins. Born 24 July 2020 to a very proud Mummy and Daddy.

From Hayley Lines

Baby's full nameMilo Noah Lines

Baby's date of birth27th July 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 8

Names of any siblingsMaliya Lines

Tell us your birth storyLovely calm arrival of our rainbow baby Milo. Staff at poole were incredible and made our time so magical.

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Bournemouth Echo: Rainbow babyRainbow baby
Bournemouth Echo: Sibling bondSibling bond

From Eleanor Pimble

Baby's full nameSkye Ava Pimble

Baby's date of birth17/08/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby7lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Our beautiful Skye! XxxOur beautiful Skye! Xxx

From Laura Thompson

Baby's full nameEve Mae Thompson

Baby's date of birth15/07/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsJack James Thompson

Tell us your birth storyI had a very horrible first birth so we had c-section this time, we spent 3 days in hopstial.

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Bournemouth Echo: Just been bornJust been born
Bournemouth Echo: Second night in hospitalSecond night in hospital

From Elizabeth Ponsford

Baby's full nameGeorge Edwin Ponsford

Baby's date of birth6th August 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7.5lbs

Names of any siblingsFlorence Ivy Ponsford ( big sister)

Tell us your birth storyI was on my way to a routine appointment at Poole hospital when my waters broke in the car park of the hospital. I was 38 weeks. The midwives were excellent , they rushed me in, monitored me and George was born via c section that evening. It was lucky I was in the right place when my waters broke. I can’t praise the midwives and the care enough. Thank you NHS!

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Bournemouth Echo: George a few hour old!George a few hour old!
Bournemouth Echo: Proud big sister !Proud big sister !

From Jade Emma Webb

Baby's full nameElla Jade Webb

Baby's date of birth06/04/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity unit

Weight of baby7lb2oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storySurprise gender. Went into labour in the 5th April and got into water bath. Stayed in there for 4 hours. Came out and had some pethodine to help with the pain and she was back to back. Then decided to give me a drug to help progress and make the contractions get more close together and stronger. We got told that she like the drug and they pulled me off it. Ella then seemed to be doing alright after while so I was given the choice of going Babcock on the drug or have a c section as then started to go back up the birth canal. We both decided it was best for me to have the c section as I couldn’t have gone though having the drug again in car she didn’t like it. She was born at 6:46am.

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Bournemouth Echo: Daddy’s first hold.Daddy’s first hold.
Bournemouth Echo: Mummy and a newborn baby EllaMummy and a newborn baby Ella

From Lucy burden

Baby's full nameDelilah-Rose Lily Farrant

Baby's date of birth13/07/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 1.5oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyInduced Sunday 12th - awful induction all day Mon 13th & our little bundle was born 22:56 Monday evening via emergency c section

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Bournemouth Echo: Taken 31/7/2020 - 18 days oldTaken 31/7/2020 - 18 days old

From Tamzin Lee

Baby's full nameOrla Summer Amber Donohoe

Baby's date of birth16/08/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6 pound 11oz

Names of any siblingsArchie

Tell us your birth storyLittle Orla couldn’t wait to meet everyone and arrived healthy 2 weeks early. She brings so much happiness in a difficult year for everyone and is the best blessing of 2020

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Bournemouth Echo: OrlaOrla
Bournemouth Echo: Orla poutOrla pout

From Ana Laura Nunes

Baby's full nameMartina Vassalluzzo Nunes

Baby's date of birth12/03/2029

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby2.94kg

Names of any siblingsNo sibling

Tell us your birth storyAfter 3 days of labour Martina was born by emergency cesarean. On 12th March at 8.29am. She was lucky to have both of us at birth and Later met her grandmother’s who manage to arrive before lockdown. All rest of family had their flights cancel from Argentina as the lockdown measure are very severe there. My mum eventually went back After 2 months and we remain alone her. She is the sunshine and drive of our days

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Bournemouth Echo: She is all smiles when she wakes upShe is all smiles when she wakes up
Bournemouth Echo: Celebrating 3 monthsCelebrating 3 months

From Tika damer

Baby's full nameteddy john damer

Baby's date of birth07/08/2020

Place of birthpoole

Weight of baby9lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsLily-mai damer & tommy damer

Tell us your birth storyteddy was born at 39+2days. I was booked in to be induced on the Thursday 6th August where they took me down to break my waters and to be put on the hormonr drip and by Friday at 2.13am teddy was born. I was aloud home that same morning at 6.15am. We then went home to introduce him to his older siblings.

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Bournemouth Echo: Teddy in hospital the day he was born.Teddy in hospital the day he was born.
Bournemouth Echo: Teddy 1week oldTeddy 1week old

From Lauren Hawksworth

Baby's full nameJames Hawksworth

Baby's date of birth18/7/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb8

Names of any siblingsCharlotte and emily

Tell us your birth storyBorn very quickly but was such a wonderful experience thanks to the kind and compassionate staff at St Marys Maternity Unit :)

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby James only three days old ??Baby James only three days old ??

From Hayley Lines

Baby's full nameMilo Noah Lines

Baby's date of birth27.07.20

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8

Names of any siblingsMaliya Lines

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful rainbow baby arrived safely and calmly Monday 27th at 9.03am. Staff amazing at Poole and made the whole experience so special. Sibling bond strong already.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sibling Love M&MSibling Love M&M
Bournemouth Echo: Rainbow baby MiloRainbow baby Milo

From Stacey Brown

Baby's full nameMarsha Brown

Baby's date of birth12/08/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital, Poole

Weight of baby7lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful rainbow baby entered the world on Wednesday 12th August filling our hearts with more love then we could ever have possibly imagined.

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Bournemouth Echo: Milk drunkMilk drunk
Bournemouth Echo: Bright eyed ready to start the dayBright eyed ready to start the day

From Abygail Oliver

Baby's full nameAlfie Lee Joyner

Baby's date of birth04/07/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity in Poole

Weight of baby5lb t

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on the 2nd of july due to pre-eclampsia and low fetal weight, by the following morning labour had slowly begun. My waters were broken the following day and by that afternoon I was in established labour. Unfortunately after a very long 14 hours, Alfie were delivered via emergency c-section. Alfie's heart rate was continuously dropping low as each contraction came so the drs made the decision to rush me into theatre. Finally at 04:42 our little boy was delivered. He had to spend 10 days in NICU due to suspected sepsis and low blood sugar levels.. However he is now absolutely thriving.

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Bournemouth Echo: NowNow
Bournemouth Echo: ThenThen

From Kayleigh Thorne

Baby's full nameLottie Thorne

Baby's date of birth22/07/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 3

Names of any siblingsReece,Alfie,Charlie,Lola

Tell us your birth storyLottie was born 6 and a half weeks early spent 19 days in nicu at Poole now she is home with us enjoying being a family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Lottie day after she come homeLottie day after she come home
Bournemouth Echo: Lottie at homeLottie at home

From Sonja Keen

Baby's full nameGrayson Leonard Keen

Baby's date of birth07/08/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsMarley Keen

Tell us your birth storyGrayson arrived by C-section on 7th August. Very proud brother Marley and Daddy Ben Keen were waiting patiently for 2 days to meet him.

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Bournemouth Echo: 3 hours old3 hours old
Bournemouth Echo: With his big brother MarleyWith his big brother Marley

From Helena Lewis

Baby's full nameLeah Rathbone

Baby's date of birth06/07/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby4lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsJames

Tell us your birth storyMy due date was the 25th of July 2020, but doctors decided to induce me at 37 weeks on Sunday 5th of July 2020 and I gave birth to Leah in the early hours of Monday 6th of July 2020. My partner Adam was able to attend the birth once I started Labour and was able to stay for 3 hours with us after she was born, he didn't get to see her or hold her again until she was 4 days old when we were discharged from hospital. Although only weighing in at 4lb 6oz she was born a happy and healthy little baby. We stayed for 3 nights at Poole maternity ward under the care of the amazing midwifes working there.Going through a lockdown pregnancy/birth is completely different and at times lonely, attending scans and midwife appointments alone, limited scan photos, no visitors in hospital, and once home with Leah was still so strange not to have back to back visitors wanting to meet our new baby girl. Definitely a special year to be born in 2020.

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Bournemouth Echo: 4 days old, ready to leave hospital and meet her big brother and have lots of cuddles with her daddy4 days old, ready to leave hospital and meet her big brother and have lots of cuddles with her daddy
Bournemouth Echo: Big brother kisses for his little sisterBig brother kisses for his little sister

From Holly Tizard

Baby's full nameRose Nicola Cluett

Baby's date of birth21/07/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Hospital Poole

Weight of baby7lbz 10ozs

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyAfter hours of a labour that wasn't progressing that started late on the Sunday night, Little Miss Rose was born by emergency C-Section on the Tuesday morning. Can't thank the midwives of Poole Maternity enough for all that they done, they were all amazing!!!

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Bournemouth Echo: Gorgeous Girl a few days oldGorgeous Girl a few days old
Bournemouth Echo: Just a few hours after Rose was bornJust a few hours after Rose was born

From Kayleigh barker

Baby's full nameBeau barker

Baby's date of birth26/06/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsShaye, kaelan, summer, pug lily

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Barker siblingsBarker siblings

From Amy Budden

Baby's full nameWilliam Antony Lee Apps

Baby's date of birth9th July 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsJoseph

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby WilliamBaby William
Bournemouth Echo: Baby WilliamBaby William

From Molly randall

Baby's full nameLuna Lawrence-Dolbear

Baby's date of birth01-06-2020

Place of birthHome

Weight of baby8lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyWe had a home birth due to coronavirus, it was so relaxed and chilled, the midwives that we had were lovely!

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Bournemouth Echo: Luna at 4 days oldLuna at 4 days old

From Chrisii Cutler

Baby's full nameWillow Joyce Cutler Bolt

Baby's date of birth09/03/20

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6.5lbs

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyI went into labor on the Thursday when she was three days late and i had four days of contractions and several visits to Poole maternity unit, but it wasn't until the Sunday night i was in established labor. Finally at 11:53am on Monday 9th March 2020 beautiful and healthy Willow came into the world. She is such a beautiful and happy baby with a beautiful and cheeky smile who is loved and cherished by all her family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Willow sat in the garden on her daddy smiling happilyWillow sat in the garden on her daddy smiling happily
Bournemouth Echo: Willow looking in awe at her surroundingsWillow looking in awe at her surroundings

From Sophie Mylius

Baby's full nameTillie-Rae Eileen Samways

Baby's date of birth17th April 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsElla-Rose McAdam and Louie-John McAdam

Tell us your birth storyAmazing but quick birth! The stagg were fantastic and my partner was very lucky to make it into the room with only 4 minutes to spare!

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Bournemouth Echo: Ella-Rose, Louie-John and baby Tillie-RaeElla-Rose, Louie-John and baby Tillie-Rae

From Laura thompson

Baby's full nameEve Mae Thompson

Baby's date of birth15/07/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsJack James Thompson

Tell us your birth storyAfter a my first birth was so horrible. We decided to have c-section with eve, the Midwife’s where amazing. They helped me for the 2 days I was there, unfortunately my husband couldn’t visits. We had her at 11.57am on Wednesday 15/07/2020 and she is absolutely gorgeous

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Bournemouth Echo: 1st day she was born1st day she was born
Bournemouth Echo: Eve mae with her mum, dad and big brother. 1 week old hereEve mae with her mum, dad and big brother. 1 week old here

From Naomi Funnell

Baby's full nameNell Funnell

Baby's date of birth26/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyBaby Nell was breech the whole pregnancy so came on the 26th May by planned caesarean. Being in hospital during lockdown was a very lonely experience but the time I got to spend alone with my new daughter was so very precious.

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Bournemouth Echo: Nell not phased by her first jabs!Nell not phased by her first jabs!
Bournemouth Echo: Nell’s first smilesNell’s first smiles

From Sarah Pitt

Baby's full nameMontague Alfred Edward Joll

Baby's date of birth20/04/20

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyA beautiful and much loved first born to Tom and Sarah. Delivered at Poole Hospital during the peak of lockdown, Dad was allowed in for delivery only but the maternity staff during our stay were brave and kind- thank you! Monty is growing fast and a joy to be around during this strange time.

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Bournemouth Echo: 'Monty''Monty'

From Chloe Velvett-pallant

Baby's full nameJasmine Rey Pallant

Baby's date of birth02/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb

Names of any siblingsScarlett

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on 1st March and Jasmine arrived on Monday 2nd March after a super speedy labour. Jasmine was able to go home the next day and we managed to get put for a couple of walks then lockdown was enacted. Although necessary it's a shame that Jasmine has not been able to experience any baby groups or meet other baby's. Hopefully as the world gets back to normal she will slowly be able to have new experiences.

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 hour old1 hour old
Bournemouth Echo: My girlsMy girls

From Lucy Hawkesworth

Baby's full nameTheo George Dennis-Bascombe

Baby's date of birth23/06/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsHarvey, Taya, Evie and Billy

Tell us your birth storyWas taken in to be induced on Monday 22nd, midwifes were very nice, but it was very lonely in pain alone. Tuesday evening when my waters broke on their own, they wasn't going to allow my partner in as there was no room on delivery suite, but I knew my baby was coming and was in so much pain they rushed me in my partner was there for the last hour of my labour. It was my worst labour experience. The midwifes were amazing but can't be there with you all the time like a birth partner can.

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Bournemouth Echo: Just dressed for the first time in hospitalJust dressed for the first time in hospital
Bournemouth Echo: At home 5 days oldAt home 5 days old

From Madeline Eleanor Gaines

Baby's full nameEleanor Belle Wheeler

Baby's date of birth12/7/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity unit

Weight of baby7lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsShe has no siblings

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on the 11th of July they started the induction process at 8am. Due to covid restrictions my partner could not be with me however he was let in around 5.30pm when I had progressed enough for them to break my waters. Eleanor was born at 5.02am the next morning weighing a lovely 7lb2oz. Even though my partner couldn't be with me the whole time it was an incredible experience. We are now at home happy and so I love with our beautiful daughter Eleanor.

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Bournemouth Echo: Eleanor Belle WheelerEleanor Belle Wheeler

From Lucy Tiller

Baby's full nameEvie Roberta Tiller

Baby's date of birth01/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8Ibs 4oz

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyEvie was brought into the world on 1st May by emergency C section as I wasn’t dilating past 3cm. We were just relieved she got brought into the world quickly and safely.

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Bournemouth Echo: Mummy, Daddy and EvieMummy, Daddy and Evie
Bournemouth Echo: Happy Evie!Happy Evie!

From Jason Cleaver

Baby's full nameOwen Simon Cleaver

Baby's date of birth25/05/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOwen was born during lockdown via emergency caesarean at St Mary's Hospital. The staff were brilliant & we can't thank them enough for delivering Owen safely to us. Jason Cleaver & Maria Light

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Bournemouth Echo: Owen a few hours oldOwen a few hours old

From Sarah Cleary

Baby's full nameGethin Robert Cleary

Baby's date of birth26/02/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby3lb5

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyGethin decided to come 7 weeks early and so spent the first month of his life receiving amazing care at Poole Hospital NICU. He came home on the day lockdown was announced meaning he missed out on family cuddles for a number of months. He’s developed into such a smiley, happy fella and could not be more loved!!

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Bournemouth Echo: 5 days old5 days old
Bournemouth Echo: Smiling 5months on!Smiling 5months on!

From Emma Crumpler

Baby's full nameBonnie Beau Crumpler Hunter

Baby's date of birth14th June 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb15

Names of any siblingsEvie Beau... Billy

Tell us your birth storyWe didn’t no what we were having a girl.... we were due to go to hospital on this day to have baby Tern as she was breech. Cutting my boyfriend hair and my waters went at 1230. We were ment to be at the hospital for appointment at 3.???????? I was 36 weeks pregnant Bonnie beau was born at 550 Stayed in hospital for 4 nights and daddy came to pick us up on Father’s Day... Best fathers present ever xxx

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Bournemouth Echo: The Beautiful Bonnie Beau...XxxXThe Beautiful Bonnie Beau...XxxX
Bournemouth Echo: Bonnie Beau with my big sister and brother.... no words ????????????Bonnie Beau with my big sister and brother.... no words ????????????

From Emma Crumpler

Baby's full nameBonnie Beau Crumpler Hunter

Baby's date of birth14th June 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb15

Names of any siblingsEvie Beau... Billy

Tell us your birth storyWe didn’t no what we were having a girl.... we were due to go to hospital on this day to have baby Tern as she was breech. Cutting my boyfriend hair and my waters went at 1230. We were ment to be at the hospital for appointment at 3.???????? I was 36 weeks pregnant Bonnie beau was born at 550 Stayed in hospital for 4 nights and daddy came to pick us up on Father’s Day... Best fathers present ever xxx

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Bournemouth Echo: The Beautiful Bonnie Beau...XxxXThe Beautiful Bonnie Beau...XxxX
Bournemouth Echo: Bonnie Beau with my big sister and brother.... no words ????????????Bonnie Beau with my big sister and brother.... no words ????????????

From Naomi Griffiths

Baby's full nameAurora Hannah Griffiths

Baby's date of birth07/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsJakob

Tell us your birth storyI was induced 2 weels early cos my little girl stopped growing. It was strange being in a hospital with no one around. But I had an easy birth and my partner held my hand through my labour. Thank you Poole for all your support

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Bournemouth Echo: My perfect little princess Aurora (5 hours old)My perfect little princess Aurora (5 hours old)
Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping beauty (3 months old)Sleeping beauty (3 months old)

From Gemma louise barker

Baby's full nameScarlett daphne wood

Baby's date of birth05/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsDanny and kaylie

Tell us your birth storyI went into poole maternity hospital alone as i have two other children so my fiance stayed at home with them, the midwives were all lovely and made me feel at ease it was a relatively straight forward birth although i felt quite sad afterwards as i felt quite emotional without anyone with me

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Bournemouth Echo: First smileFirst smile
Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old

From Taharnie Perry

Baby's full nameHarlows Grace Ella Gibbs

Baby's date of birth19/06/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 14oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI’m a first time mummy and Harlow’s birth was natural, quick and smooth. Arrived at the hospital when I was 7cm at 6:55am and she was born by 9:29am, 13 minutes of pushing was all it took and little lady was here after keeping us waiting an extra 9 days after her due date!

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Bournemouth Echo: Harlow at 2 and a half hours oldHarlow at 2 and a half hours old

From Taharnie Perry

Baby's full nameHarlows Grace Ella Gibbs

Baby's date of birth19/06/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 14oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI’m a first time mummy and Harlow’s birth was natural, quick and smooth. Arrived at the hospital when I was 7cm at 6:55am and she was born by 9:29am, 13 minutes of pushing was all it took and little lady was here after keeping us waiting an extra 9 days after her due date!

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Bournemouth Echo: Harlow at 2 and a half hours oldHarlow at 2 and a half hours old

From Taharnie Perry

Baby's full nameHarlows Grace Ella Gibbs

Baby's date of birth19/06/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 14oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI’m a first time mummy and Harlow’s birth was natural, quick and smooth. Arrived at the hospital when I was 7cm at 6:55am and she was born by 9:29am, 13 minutes of pushing was all it took and little lady was here after keeping us waiting an extra 9 days after her due date!

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Bournemouth Echo: Harlow at 2 and a half hours oldHarlow at 2 and a half hours old

From Danielle Taylor

Baby's full nameEthan Taylor

Baby's date of birth05/03/2029

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsLexi, jessica and riley

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Smiley chappySmiley chappy
Bournemouth Echo: Rainbow babyRainbow baby

From Gemma lye

Baby's full nameEzra Malcolm David Longman

Baby's date of birth23/06/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsAria

Tell us your birth storyLast year when I had Aria she had shoulder dystocia so we knew from the start I would be induced with Ezra, 2 weeks before my due date I was booked in, ended up going into the delivery room that night after 2 hours of pushing (had to keep stopping as turns out I had made my appendix inflamed and had it out 5 days later) Ezra was born. Poole Hospital was amazing throughout

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Bournemouth Echo: Ezra and mummy after he was bornEzra and mummy after he was born
Bournemouth Echo: Aria all smiles that her brother is hereAria all smiles that her brother is here

From Francesca Page

Baby's full nameEzra Elijah Nicholls

Baby's date of birth20/06/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsSaul

Tell us your birth storyDue to multiple ongoing concerns with the pregnancy I was induced at 37 weeks, and baby Ezra was born via forceps on 20th June. We had a difficult first week and had to stay in hospital but were looked after amazingly by my ex colleagues so a huge thank you to everyone at poole maternity!

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Bournemouth Echo: A few days oldA few days old
Bournemouth Echo: 3 and a half weeks old3 and a half weeks old

From April Dalley

Baby's full nameNellie May Tom's

Baby's date of birth11/07/20

Place of birthPoole Hospital Delivery Suite

Weight of baby7lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsno siblings

Tell us your birth storyFirst baby. Planned for a natural birth.. laboured all afternoon/evening and ended up having an emergency c-section.. my perfect little girl was born at 4.50am.

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Bournemouth Echo: Pure Perfection.Pure Perfection.
Bournemouth Echo: 1 day old1 day old

From Abby Jennings

Baby's full nameLily Joanne Richards

Baby's date of birth17/06/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lbs3oz

Names of any siblingsRose-Ivy

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on the antenatal ward for reduced movements. My partner wasnt allowed in until I got to delivery. I never made it to the delivery suite, my established labour was 17 minutes and I gave birth on the antenatal ward. We managed to video call my partner on his way in so he could still see her birth

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Bournemouth Echo: The day she came home and met her sisterThe day she came home and met her sister
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From Becky Hayne

Baby's full nameEsmae-Rose Hayne

Baby's date of birth03/07/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity, Poole

Weight of baby8lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsHarry, Jack, Poppy-Jayne

Tell us your birth storyWe went in for an elective csection, my husband was aloud to stay by my side up until we went to the transitional care ward. Everyone at Poole maternity from antenatal, diabetic, the annex, theatre, to recovery and TC ward where amazing, kind caring and understanding of the mad situation we are all in right now. We are loving our new bundle of joy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Busting Outta Lockdown!Busting Outta Lockdown!
Bournemouth Echo: Our beautiful baby girl ?Our beautiful baby girl ?

From Nicole goodenough

Baby's full nameAvaya leigh-anne Janet McDonald

Baby's date of birth01/04/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsLillimay, layton and arfer

Tell us your birth storyEverything went really well untill Avaya was born we had to stay in for 5 days as she was poorly ,we came home on the 6th of April which happened to be my older daughters 13th birthday

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Bournemouth Echo: Avaya 3 days oldAvaya 3 days old
Bournemouth Echo: Avayas First propa smileAvayas First propa smile

From Georgina Mountney

Baby's full nameMiles George Mountney

Baby's date of birth03/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsJasper Luke Mountney

Tell us your birth storyWe had been planning a home birth but I was admitted into hospital a couple of weeks before my due date. I stayed in for a couple of nights before being decision was made to induce me. Once I was moved to delivery suite my husband Ben was able to come in and little Miles arrived shortly after. We were back home with our eldest son that evening. All the staff at Poole Maternity were just wonderful! Thank you!

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Bournemouth Echo: Miles at the Poppy field near Badbury RingsMiles at the Poppy field near Badbury Rings
Bournemouth Echo: Jasper and Miles at SandbanksJasper and Miles at Sandbanks

From Gemma & Ben Garrad

Baby's full nameSophie Marie Garrad

Baby's date of birth30/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsEvie

Tell us your birth storySophie arrived 6 days early on our 4th Wedding Anniversary!

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Bournemouth Echo: Sophie Marie GarradSophie Marie Garrad

From Vicky Maple

Baby's full nameArthur Robin Maple

Baby's date of birth8th July 2020

Place of birthSt Marys Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby3.105

Names of any siblingsSamuel Marc Maple

Tell us your birth storyArthur was born at full term after a very hard pregnancy as his brother was born 16 weeks early 6 years ago. The staff were amazing and done everything they could to make sure Arthur stayed put as long as possible and extremely supportive.

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Bournemouth Echo: Arthur Robin MapleArthur Robin Maple
Bournemouth Echo: Arthur Robin with his proud big brother SamuelArthur Robin with his proud big brother Samuel

From Natalie Froud

Baby's full nameEmber Elizabeth Hope Hayes

Baby's date of birth9th April 2020

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby6 Pounds

Names of any siblingsCarter

Tell us your birth storyEmber was born during the Lockdown of 2020. Supported by the fantastic team at Salisbury Maternity Unit she made her dramatic entrance into the world on her due date via Emergency C-Section. We were allowed home a few days later on her Daddy's 40th Birthday in time to celebrate, certainly an extra special gift for him!!

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little lockdown lady ????Our little lockdown lady ????

From Charlotte Laver

Baby's full namelewis Michael laver

Baby's date of birth11/05/2020

Place of birthpoole maternity

Weight of baby8lb 2oz

Names of any siblingslucas and connor

Tell us your birth storylewis was due on the 7th of May I was 4 days over due when I went to be induced due to spd and extreme pain down my right leg.

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Bournemouth Echo: Wide away off out for a strollWide away off out for a stroll
Bournemouth Echo: Rainbow babyRainbow baby

From Daniel Barber

Baby's full nameBethany Alicia Barber

Baby's date of birth27th May 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby9.2lbs

Names of any siblingsKaitlyne and Zack

Tell us your birth storyI had a C section due to Bethany being breach. It was so relaxed in the hospital that any concerns were soon gone. We came home the next day and Bethany settled in straight away and has us all wrapped round her little finger. She is perfect and we all adore her!

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Bournemouth Echo: Kaitlyne, Zack and Bethany all together relaxing.Kaitlyne, Zack and Bethany all together relaxing.

From Holly orme

Baby's full nameHarvey Jack Orme

Baby's date of birth5th June 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 15oz

Names of any siblingsArchie Orme

Tell us your birth storyHarvey was born at Poole Maternity Hospital via c-section on the 5th June. All the staff at the hospital were amazing and made us feel totally at ease.

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Bournemouth Echo: Harvey Jack OrmeHarvey Jack Orme

From Ellie Lock

Baby's full nameRufus Elliott Lock

Baby's date of birth21/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyNews of COVID-19 spreading on a global scale ramped up in the headlines when I was 7 months pregnant, so the company I work for asked me to work from home from that point; welcome news with an ever heavier bump to carry around! With government advising pregnant women to self-isolate, I spent the next 8 weeks enjoying a slower pace of life and preparing for the journey ahead until Rufus’ arrival spot on his due date. Rufus was born after a complication-free 6 hour labour in Poole’s Haven suite, supported by a team of lovely midwives, all wearing full PPE but not losing an ounce of personal touch. Within no time at all we were home settling in to family life at our own pace, with distanced outside visits from family members spread over the next 2 weeks. Although it’s heart breaking that loved ones haven’t had a squeeze with our baby boy yet, the precious time that we have spent as a new family of 3 whilst my husband is furloughed will always be treasured, and nobody has to know how messy the house was in that first week!

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Bournemouth Echo: Rufus Elliott LockRufus Elliott Lock

From Correne Khel

Baby's full nameMya Arabella Khel

Baby's date of birth22/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby7pounds 4oz

Names of any siblingsNa

Tell us your birth storyThe run up to Mya being born was nothing short of stressful, reopening our business just before she was born. My blood pressure was very high, leading to being induced 40weeks + 1. Contractions came thick and fast but mya’s heart rate was high We were moved to the labour ward and had an emergency c section. Within a few minutes our little lady was born and she is our world.

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Bournemouth Echo: Big smilesBig smiles
Bournemouth Echo: Loving the hairdryerLoving the hairdryer

From Annie sanderson

Baby's full nameHarley Stones

Baby's date of birth09/04/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsLexi & myla

Tell us your birth storyMy baby boy was born at the beginning of lockdown, being induced was a completely new experience anyway as I went into labour naturally with his big sisters but being born in lockdown made the experience even more strange! But the staff and midwives were amazing and I had a lovely experience brining my boy into the world!????

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Bournemouth Echo: Harley 09/04/2020????Harley 09/04/2020????
Bournemouth Echo: Harley 09/04/2020????Harley 09/04/2020????

From Amy Archer

Baby's full nameAva Mogg

Baby's date of birth28/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsJoshua Mogg

Tell us your birth storyBeautiful Ava arrived via emergency c-section. I cannot thank the staff at Poole maternity unit enough for ensuring a safe delivery of our little bundle of joy and all their hard work during this epidemic. Joshua also makes a fantastic big brother.

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Bournemouth Echo: Rocking her summer onsieRocking her summer onsie
Bournemouth Echo: Little CutieLittle Cutie

From Adewunmi Adebowale

Baby's full nameSemilore Jayden Adebowale

Baby's date of birth04/06/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby3.58kg

Names of any siblingsNo

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Bournemouth Echo: First pictureFirst picture
Bournemouth Echo: Poole maternity hospitalPoole maternity hospital

From Abbie walker

Baby's full nameReggie woods

Baby's date of birth24.04.20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7 pound 8 ounces

Names of any siblingsUnder age and half siblings so I can’t give their names

Tell us your birth storyOur baby was breach so he had to be delivered by c section. He was delivered and my partner then had to leave and wasn’t allowed back until we were ready to be picked up. I panicked but the midwives and ladies on the ward were amazing!

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Bournemouth Echo: A few hours after he was born.A few hours after he was born.
Bournemouth Echo: A few weeks after he was born.A few weeks after he was born.

From Olivia mills

Baby's full nameAlba Grace Mills

Baby's date of birth20/04/2020

Place of birthPrincess Anne hospital

Weight of baby10 pound 9 oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyAlba grace was born on the 20th April right when lock down was happening via c-section due to her being a larger baby.

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Bournemouth Echo: SmileSmile

From Kayleigh Hillen

Baby's full nameCaleb Xander Colin Millatt

Baby's date of birth04/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 1 oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little manOur little man

From Lucinda-Marie Green

Baby's full nameFinnley Anthony Legge

Baby's date of birth02/06/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsOliver

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Home TimeHome Time

From Michelle lawlor

Baby's full nameOlivia Lawlor

Baby's date of birth21.04.2020

Place of birthNew forest birth centre Ashurst

Weight of baby7 pound 10oz

Names of any siblingsHarry

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: OliviaOlivia

From Michelle Fellows

Baby's full nameApril Ivy Fellows

Baby's date of birth4 May 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb8oz

Names of any siblingsIris Fellows

Tell us your birth storyI gave birth to my 2nd daughter April, having a baby and not being able to introduce her to family and friends due to lockdown has been incredibly hard. Her sister Iris has been amazing and so loving towards her even though she’s been stuck at home with us. April has also now been diagnosed with hip dysplasia so is having to wear a harness for the next 16 weeks.

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Bournemouth Echo: April on her due dateApril on her due date
Bournemouth Echo: Iris and AprilIris and April

From Vikki Douglas

Baby's full nameFlorence Wendy Rosa Douglas

Baby's date of birth10/05/20

Place of birthHaven birthing suite

Weight of baby6 pound 4 ounces

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful rainbow baby girl who was born during lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: FlorenceFlorence

From Jacqueline jolly

Baby's full nameLuna jolly

Baby's date of birth31/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 10

Names of any siblingsMaggie

Tell us your birth storyHuge thank you to Poole maternity hospital for all their hard work in keeping both babies and mummy's safe during lockdown

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Bournemouth Echo: Luna at a few hours oldLuna at a few hours old
Bournemouth Echo: LunaLuna

From Michelle crowe

Baby's full nameGeorge Thomas Smith

Baby's date of birth11/06/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyGeorge was overdue by 12 days so I was induced the day before he was born. Whilst in labor the midwives and drs became concerned about his heart rate so I was taken for a c section. George was born at 2.27pm

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Bournemouth Echo: 4 days old4 days old
Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old

From Danielle joyce

Baby's full nameMillie Paul

Baby's date of birth21 april 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7.01lbs

Names of any siblingsLouis

Tell us your birth storyBaby millie born in Poole hospital one week late. Baby and mummy should have been sharing birthday however millie decided she wanted her own cake. Born after induction in very surreal times, midwives in masks and daddy not allowed in until the labour. 6 hours later I was born.

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Bournemouth Echo: Teething alreadyTeething already
Bournemouth Echo: Chilling outChilling out

From Hannah louise taylor

Baby's full nameOscar anthony kelly

Baby's date of birth01/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsLily,leo,olivia

Tell us your birth storyOscar was born at a very quick speed i went into labour around 11.30 and he was born at 1.31 with only 6 minutes pushing! He had to stay in for a few days so it wasnt very nice as my partner wasnt able to be there with us he had quite a few medical issues so it was scary being alone. He is thriving now and his siblings and us parents adore him a posotive blessing to the current pandemic thats happening!

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Bournemouth Echo: Oscar around 10 minutes old!Oscar around 10 minutes old!

From Verity Cheater

Baby's full nameMolly Cheater

Baby's date of birth31/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb1oz

Names of any siblingsErin

Tell us your birth storyLuckily I had a pretty straightforward birth, the midwives were amazing and we were able to go home in the morning. It was lovely to have my husband home for such a long time but a little sad that the rest of our family didn’t get to meet Molly as a newborn, FaceTime just isn’t the same and she’s grown so quickly. However we are just grateful that all of our family have managed to remain safe and healthy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sisterly loveSisterly love
Bournemouth Echo: Our gorgeous girlOur gorgeous girl

From Sian Hilling

Baby's full nameRalph Christian Hilling

Baby's date of birth31st March 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 14

Names of any siblingsEvie May Hilling

Tell us your birth storyRalph was born by planned c section on the first day that no visitors including birth partners were allowed in the hospital after the birth. It was such a scary time knowing I’d be there alone but the birth went well and I actually had a really positive experience. I made friends in hospital with other mums who I’m still in touch with now. We all supported each other through one of the most memorable experiences of our lives. The staff were fantastic and couldn’t do enough for us, completely understating how we would be feeling in the situation. Having a baby in lockdown also meant that we’ve had lots of time together as a family of 4, precious time which wouldn’t have been possible if it wasn’t for coronavirus which both myself and my husband are so grateful for.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ralphy’s first bathRalphy’s first bath
Bournemouth Echo: Ralph’s first day home from hospitalRalph’s first day home from hospital

From Caroline Louise Brown

Baby's full nameLilyana Maeve Brown

Baby's date of birth3rd April 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7 lbs

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyLilyana was born a week early at Poole Hospital. She’s a healthy and happy little girl, and such a chatterbox already! We’re such proud parents and can’t wait for her to have cuddles with her wider family.

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Bournemouth Echo: 12 weeks old and she’s all smiles!12 weeks old and she’s all smiles!
Bournemouth Echo: 10 weeks old and already has a better wardrobe than mummy.10 weeks old and already has a better wardrobe than mummy.

From Francesca Page

Baby's full nameEzra Elijah Nicholls

Baby's date of birth20/06/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby6 pounds 6 ounces

Names of any siblingsSaul

Tell us your birth storyI was induced at 37 weeks due to ongoing concerns with the pregnancy and gave birth to our beautiful baby boy Ezra at 07.25am on 20/06/2020 with the help of my amazing midwife and friend Kirsty Thompson. We had a tough first week in hospital with an infection and jaundice, but made it home at last at a week old. A HUGE thank you to my ex colleagues at Poole who cared for us both throughout our stay, what an incredible team, thank you for all of your support. And congratulations to new big brother Saul! x

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Bournemouth Echo: Ezra NichollsEzra Nicholls
Bournemouth Echo: Going Home!Going Home!

From Lydia Knight

Baby's full nameFelix Robin Kennedy Knight

Baby's date of birth23 June 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby8lbs13oz (3.99kg)

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyIt wasn't a simple delivery that brought Felix into the world, with an induction and the need for assisted delivery right at the end, but God gave me strength through it all. And Felix was born very healthy and alert much to the amazement and delight of everyone in the operating theatre. We've had so much joy and peace since Felix was born and experienced many blessings too. Felix means 'happy' and he's definitely been a happy baby and brought us a lot of happiness - and we're only in the first week of his life! We can't wait to see what God has planned for our little family next.

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Bournemouth Echo: Felix looking around, alert and happy on the postnatal wardFelix looking around, alert and happy on the postnatal ward
Bournemouth Echo: Felix's first smile at the age of six days - he's a very happy chap!Felix's first smile at the age of six days - he's a very happy chap!

From Rebecca Marsh

Baby's full nameMax Oliver Marsh

Baby's date of birth12th April 2020

Place of birthPoole Haven Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lb14

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyMax is our very own Easter Chick, born at the height of the pandemic on Easter Sunday at 11.40pm. Due to covid we were initially sent home from the hospital at the early stages so that I could be with my husband whilst labour progressed but arrived back two hours later fully dilated and with Max already on his way into the world. He had the cord around his neck so the final stages were pretty fraught as his heart rate dropped and the midwife prepped us that further intervention may be needed. Luckily Max chose that moment to arrive safely and so by 7am we were in the car heading home. Theoughout the midwives were amazing despite the difficult times and as one of them said 'PPE sweatiness'!

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Bournemouth Echo: Having lockdown fun in the garden!Having lockdown fun in the garden!
Bournemouth Echo: Magical newborn momentsMagical newborn moments

From Emily Fletcher

Baby's full namePolly-Primrose Fletcher

Baby's date of birth12/06/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity

Weight of baby7lb15oz

Names of any siblingsTeddy Fletcher

Tell us your birth storyPolly-Primrose arrived 9 days early at St Mary’s Maternity unit after a whirlwind 3 hour labour. After some complications, Polly spent 5 days in hospital due to a blood condition, but was so well looked after by all the staff at St Mary’s. Polly-Primrose’s Mummy, Daddy and big brother Teddy are so grateful to all the midwives, nurses and support staff for their kindness and care during this scary time. (Especially the two midwives who delivered Polly safely, Sean and Isla - thank you!)

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Bournemouth Echo: Polly-Primrose, 1 week oldPolly-Primrose, 1 week old
Bournemouth Echo: Polly-Primrose and brother TeddyPolly-Primrose and brother Teddy

From Claire Leighton

Baby's full nameNoah Leslie Leighton

Baby's date of birth12/05/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity unit

Weight of baby7lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyHi My names Claire I'm Noahs mum and I filled out the application form for noah. His dad is called Martin. We would just like to say a massive thank you to the doctors and midwifes at the Poole maternity unit because Noah had to be born by emergency c section and they were so caring, kind and supportive and kept not only myself safe but made sure our gorgeous boy was brought in to this world safely. This is Noah now, 6 weeks later on if you could do both photos would be lovely.

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Bournemouth Echo: Noah Leslie, 12th May 2020Noah Leslie, 12th May 2020

From Sophie

Baby's full nameWillow Fribbens

Baby's date of birthApril 7th, 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb 7

Names of any siblingsCherice, Shanez, Owen and Bella

Tell us your birth storyAfter having a lovely start to labour, at home - a home birth was planned, she decided that she didn’t want to come out so we ended up with an emergency c section. 11 weeks in and she’s still just as lazy but a total dream and a welcome addition to our blended family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Willow and Her proud big sister BellaWillow and Her proud big sister Bella
Bournemouth Echo: Willow FribbensWillow Fribbens

From Emma Kitson

Baby's full nameTheodore Michael Kitson

Baby's date of birth06/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyI was 2 weeks overdue and had in induction which Theo reacted badly to and ended up having an emergency c section.

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Bournemouth Echo: Happy little manHappy little man

From Holly Morris

Baby's full nameOdella June Morris

Baby's date of birth31/03/20

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 13oz

Names of any siblingsFirst baby!

Tell us your birth storyThis little pickle was 15 days late and made an appearance after a 2 day labor. When she was eventually born she wasn't breathing so needed oxygen and a 6 day stay in the NICU. Very difficult times, particularly as her Dad couldn't visit due to the lockdown. She is now doing really well and filling our lives with love, joy and nappies!

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Bournemouth Echo: Odella chilling out in the garden on a hot day at 3 monthsOdella chilling out in the garden on a hot day at 3 months
Bournemouth Echo: 28 days old, hanging out on the mat28 days old, hanging out on the mat

From Lillie-Bee Edwards

Baby's full nameZara-Bella Easterbrook

Baby's date of birth12th April 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth story12 days overdue , induced on the 11th April by myself due to no one allowed in not even birth partners , finally gave birth on the 12th April at 9:14am

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Bournemouth Echo: 8 weeks old8 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: 8 weeks old8 weeks old

From Beth Platt

Baby's full nameWillow Rudge

Baby's date of birth28/03/2020

Place of birthHaven suite Poole hospital

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsLacey

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: WillowWillow
Bournemouth Echo: WillowWillow

From Lauren Malone

Baby's full namePoppy Ann Malone

Baby's date of birth03/04/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8 lb 4 oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyAfter a 17 hour labour and a little bit of help Poppy Ann Malone arrived on the 3rd April 2020 weighing 8lb 4 oz. At the height of the pandemic our angel was born a happy and healthy girl for which we will be eternally thankful.

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 day old1 day old

From Ellie Lock

Baby's full nameRufus Elliott Lock

Baby's date of birth14/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyNews of COVID-19 spreading on a global scale ramped up in the headlines when I was 7 months pregnant, so the company I work for asked me to work from home from that point; welcome news with an ever heavier bump to carry around! With government advising pregnant women to self-isolate, I spent the next 8 weeks enjoying a slower pace of life and preparing for the journey ahead until Rufus’ arrival spot on his due date. Rufus was born after a complication-free 6 hour labour in Poole’s Haven suite, supported by a team of lovely midwives, all wearing full PPE but not losing an ounce of personal touch. Within no time at all we were home settling in to family life at our own pace, with distanced outside visits from family members spread over the next 2 weeks. Although it’s heart breaking that loved ones haven’t had a squeeze with our baby boy yet, the precious time that we have spent as a new family of 3 whilst my husband is furloughed will always be treasured, and nobody has to know how messy the house was in that first week!

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Bournemouth Echo: Settling in to his new homeSettling in to his new home
Bournemouth Echo: Ready to leave the hospitalReady to leave the hospital

From Dannielle Rothery

Baby's full nameAntony Andrew Rothery-Lees (AJ)

Baby's date of birth30/04/2020

Place of birthAt home (in Bournemouth)

Weight of baby8.1lb

Names of any siblingsFirst child

Tell us your birth storyWe were lucky enough to be able to stay in the comfort of our own home for AJs birth. We had an amazing water birth in our lounge, so got to avoid the hospitals in this unsettling time!

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Bournemouth Echo: Our baby boy, with his impressive head of hair!Our baby boy, with his impressive head of hair!
Bournemouth Echo: Mum and baby cuddling on the sofa after his arrivalMum and baby cuddling on the sofa after his arrival

From Zsolt Sera

Baby's full nameLucas Sera

Baby's date of birth17/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby3950

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyGood morning, Is very difficult to explain how we felt after birth, usually you have couple of home visits to check baby and mother how they are, but we had only 1 visit after 5 days. But thanks God all good, baby is growing, healthy and he's just adorable.

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Bournemouth Echo: 2 days old2 days old

From Daniella

Baby's full nameIsaac Connell

Baby's date of birth10.05.2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lbs 9oz

Names of any siblingsOscar and Noah

Tell us your birth storyAfter being induced Saturday I went into full established labour at 4am Sunday morning and gave birth at 6:42am baby come out back to back and very rapidly easy and safe arrival into the world after a very dramatic day Saturday and all early hours Sunday. His brothers Oscar and Noah are smitten with there new brother and fitted in so well to our little family

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Bournemouth Echo: Born at 6:42 weighing 6lbs 9ozBorn at 6:42 weighing 6lbs 9oz
Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old

From Elisia Megan Harris

Baby's full nameHealie Ava Coombes

Baby's date of birth24/03/2020

Place of birthSalisbury Hospital

Weight of baby9lbs

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyHealie was born on the day of lockdown at Salisbury Hospital. It was quite a dramatic birth but we were well looked after. We couldn’t be any prouder of our beautiful bundle of joy! My partner being a paramedic went back to work only two days after we got home but it’s a story to tell her how her Daddy was not only our hero but others too through this difficult time.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleepy girl!Sleepy girl!
Bournemouth Echo: She loves her headbandsShe loves her headbands

From Jamie Heath

Baby's full nameSophia - rose Diffey

Baby's date of birth12/06/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s poole

Weight of baby5pound7

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyBorn at 35+3, my waters went at 4:20am. My contractions started at 5:30am when I got to the hospital. 6:00am they were in full swing. She was born at 9:12am. Her dad had 10 minutes to spare!! Spent 8 days in the tcu ward. She came home on the 20th.

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Bournemouth Echo: Windy smilesWindy smiles
Bournemouth Echo: Nap timeNap time

From Terri Green

Baby's full nameAmberle Hazel Green

Baby's date of birth01/05/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7 pounds

Names of any siblingsCoda the dig

Tell us your birth storyWas in labour for 17hrs alone due to the covid19 had c section and was in hospital for 3 days alone due to infections. Midwives were amazing

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Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful girly cuddling her giraffeMy beautiful girly cuddling her giraffe

From Katy Rose

Baby's full nameLily-Rose Ostler

Baby's date of birth25/05/20

Place of birthMy home in canford Heath

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsAlfie, Jayden, Daniel & Freddie

Tell us your birth storyLily was born at home, as planned with my lovely midwife louise. First girl after 4 boys so she’s very special. 2hrs and 36mins of labour.

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Bournemouth Echo: Lily-RoseLily-Rose
Bournemouth Echo: Lily-RoseLily-Rose

From Gabby Ramsden

Baby's full nameLeo Ewan Ramsden

Baby's date of birth20.03.2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyLeo was born on the Friday before lockdown so no one got to meet him for weeks. However it gave us the time as a family to bond and spend uninterrupted time together! There’s been talk in the news that everyone is learning a skill over lockdown! My husband and I were thrown in the deep end of parent hood and have been learning lots of new skills!

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Bournemouth Echo: Enjoying the sunshine in the garden!Enjoying the sunshine in the garden!
Bournemouth Echo: First time we managed to catch a smile on cameraFirst time we managed to catch a smile on camera

From Marie Kelly

Baby's full nameDarcie marie Elizabeth eshak

Baby's date of birth22.04.2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby4lb 5 oz

Names of any siblingsKenzie

Tell us your birth storyWelcoming little darcie to the world

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Bournemouth Echo: Kenzie being the best big brotherKenzie being the best big brother
Bournemouth Echo: Welcome to the worldWelcome to the world

From Angela Goldie

Baby's full nameMeadow May Downer

Baby's date of birth15/04/20

Place of birthDorset County Hospital

Weight of baby6lb7oz

Names of any siblingsMaddison Darcey Rainey Nevaeh Sienna Bear Binky

Tell us your birth storyI was induced at 37 weeks partner could come in until I was in labour. I was really nervous as I broke my foot in 5 places 6 weeks before so I had a boot on. Meadow was born at 1.10 am on 15/4/2020

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Bournemouth Echo: Welcome to the world meadowWelcome to the world meadow
Bournemouth Echo: Doing my bit for NHS wearing my rainbows ????Doing my bit for NHS wearing my rainbows ????

From Amy Alldridge

Baby's full nameNolan John Alldridge

Baby's date of birth23/03/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyA long awaited baby, Nolan was born the day before lockdown. Whilst a very strange time it has given us a wonderful opportunity to bond as a new family of 3.

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Bournemouth Echo: Nolan John AlldridgeNolan John Alldridge

From Danielle Taylor

Baby's full nameEthan Taylor

Baby's date of birth05/03/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsLexi, Jessica and Riley Taylor

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful rainbow babyMy beautiful rainbow baby
Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful rainbow babyMy beautiful rainbow baby

From Alexandra Brennenstuhl

Baby's full nameJimmy Scott Adams

Baby's date of birth17/03/20

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsKyle, Daniel and Oliver

Tell us your birth storyI went into labour a week early on Jimmys daddies birthday at 1am and after 33hrs of unestablished labour Jimmy was born via elective csection on the 17th. We left the hospital the next afternoon. It must of been known there was something going on because they were discharging everyone they could. It was strange. But he has settled in beautifully and is very loved by his brothers.

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Bournemouth Echo: Gorgeous Jimmy Scott Adams.Gorgeous Jimmy Scott Adams.
Bournemouth Echo: Beautiful JimmyBeautiful Jimmy

From Charlotte Murphy

Baby's full nameLeo Arthur Patrick Brewer

Baby's date of birth21/03/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 7 ounces

Names of any siblingsJosh

Tell us your birth storyMy contractions lasted for 5 days before I eventually became fully dilated and Leo was born with some help from a ventouse!

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Bournemouth Echo: Leaving the hospital the day after being bornLeaving the hospital the day after being born
Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old

From Jake lock

Baby's full nameKiara Maria Lock

Baby's date of birth30 April 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7.7

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Kiara LockKiara Lock
Bournemouth Echo: Kiara LockKiara Lock

From Richard Chard & Samantha Heath

Baby's full nameRyan Paul Heath Chard

Baby's date of birth19/6/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsJamie, Lexi and Tommy

Tell us your birth storyRyan Paul Heath Chard born on 19/6/2020 at 11.12am by caesarean section at Poole Maternity Unit. Now home with all his family and spending time with his big brothers and sister.

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Bournemouth Echo: At hospitalAt hospital
Bournemouth Echo: Back homeBack home

From Victoria wyness

Baby's full nameJunior Luke Garry Wyness

Baby's date of birth08/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsMichael, Harvey & C’anna-Marie

Tell us your birth storyPoole maternity was absolutely amazing especially at a scary time with the pandemic. My son had some breathing issues so had to stay in hospital but the nurses and midwifes was incredible

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Bournemouth Echo: Junior Luke Garry WynessJunior Luke Garry Wyness
Bournemouth Echo: From the left Michael, Junior, Harvey and C’anna-Marie and Mum & DadFrom the left Michael, Junior, Harvey and C’anna-Marie and Mum & Dad

From Dean Justin Daniels

Baby's full nameThomas Daniels

Baby's date of birth21/06/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsLilly

Tell us your birth storyZoe Nicholas gave birth to Thomas Daniels was born on Fathers Day in Poole Maternity Hospital weighing 7lbs 3oz. It has been a tough pregnancy for Zoe but we are delighted at the safe arrival. Brother to Lilly, nephew to Tara & Alan and Ruth & Pete, grandson to Julie & Dave and Muriel & Lance. Everyone is absolutely delighted on this perfect fathers day present.

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Bournemouth Echo: Hello (waving)Hello (waving)

From Holly Drury

Baby's full nameMatilda Frances Lily Drury

Baby's date of birth31st May 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsOlivia, William, Keira and Jake

Tell us your birth storyMatilda was born in Poole Hospital. She spent her first 12 days in hospital with Mummy able to stay with her. Daddy was only able to visit a few times due to lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: Matilda Frances Lily DruryMatilda Frances Lily Drury
Bournemouth Echo: Matilda Frances Lily DruryMatilda Frances Lily Drury

From Gemma Pain

Baby's full nameOlivia Edith Jane Simons

Baby's date of birth16th May 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb 15.5oz

Names of any siblingsJack, Lily and Emily

Tell us your birth storyOlivia was born 5 days late! I was getting very impatient as I felt so big and heavy. I went into labour at 11pm on the 15th August and rang Poole hospital. When I arrived they showed me to the Haven suite. I felt very anxious as I knew birthing partners weren't allowed in unless I was in established labour. Thankfully, we were the only people on the ward so they said Matthew could stay. This was my second baby so they knew the baby could come sooner than my first. By 4am I was 4cm and I could use the birthing pool, which was a relief as contractions were getting stronger. By 8.09am Olivia was born in the water with Matthew catching her and handing her to me. We didn't find out whether we were having a girl or a boy at our ultrasound scans, so we were surprised with a baby girl, which was extra special as we saw her before the midwife told us 'it's a girl!'. I had three midwives throughout the labour because of the shift changes and they were all fantastic and supportive. We were home by 3pm the same day!

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Bournemouth Echo: Chilling during lockdown with my new teddies.Chilling during lockdown with my new teddies.

From Kayleigh Stanton

Baby's full namePhoebe Rias Stanton

Baby's date of birth18/03/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6Ibs 5oz

Names of any siblingsBlake, Willow, Dexter & Eli

Tell us your birth storyPhoebe was born just before everything locked down. There was already restrictions at the hospital, it was really surreal with no visitors not even our other children.The Midwives were fantastic and took great care of me after a difficult birth. Although it was a different experience it was a special time for me, my husband and our new baby in our own special little bubble and we will never forget it.

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Bournemouth Echo: Phoebe StantonPhoebe Stanton

From Kirsty Brooks

Baby's full nameHope Carrie Roz Barnes

Baby's date of birth15/06/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsTaylor, Tillie-Joan and Reade

Tell us your birth storyHad a lovely experience at Poole hospital the midwives were amazing! And never once did I feel like I was birthing during a pandemic. We chose the name Hope as that’s what we all need during this crazy time

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Bournemouth Echo: “I was born in the pandemic of 2020”“I was born in the pandemic of 2020”
Bournemouth Echo: We didn’t find out if we were having a Boy or girl beforehand so yellow clothes all the wayWe didn’t find out if we were having a Boy or girl beforehand so yellow clothes all the way

From Gemma Garrad

Baby's full nameSophie Marie Garrad

Baby's date of birth30/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsEvie Ann Garrad

Tell us your birth storySophie arrived 6 days early on our 4th Wedding Anniversary

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Bournemouth Echo: Sophie Marie GarradSophie Marie Garrad
Bournemouth Echo: Sophie and big sister EvieSophie and big sister Evie

From Jade Dior

Baby's full nameRosie Elizabeth Jones was born on April 12th, 2020 in Poole

Baby's date of birth12/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7.4 pounds

Names of any siblingsEden

Tell us your birth storyRosie Elizabeth Jones, our due date was set! 3rd April 2020. After our 4 month scan we decided to name her. Our daughter Eden named her Rosie, and her middle name was to be Elizabeth. After my dearest Elizabeth Flinn who passed away some time ago. We planned to deliver Rosie at the Lymington birthing centre but received a call to say we was only now allowed to go to Poole hospital. On April 3rd I started to going into what I thought was labour but it was not supposed to be. After nine slow days of some what labour pains, I went into hospital. It was very emotional, as we was worried and crying a lot about covid. We arrive at the hospital and was told I was not aloud my birthing partner until I was fully dilated and she was ready to make a appearance. We was upset but we understood why. After some hours of labour Rosie arrived on the morning of a warm sunny Easter Sunday. Our beautiful precious gift Rosie has arrived! Thank you so much Poole Maternity and everyone that works there for helping us keep safe and still deliver our baby.

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Bournemouth Echo: Rosie Elizabeth Jones one day oldRosie Elizabeth Jones one day old
Bournemouth Echo: Rosie Elizabeth Jones nine weeks oldRosie Elizabeth Jones nine weeks old

From Abigail Barber

Baby's full nameBethany Alicia Barber

Baby's date of birth27th May 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 2ozs

Names of any siblingsKaitlyne (15) Zack (5)

Tell us your birth storyBethany was a breech baby that had to be born by C Section at 39 weeks. After some complications Bethany arrived safely and well at 13:54. The Midwives and all the staff were amazing in every way. They gave so much help and support. Now Bethany is at home enjoying cuddles day and night.

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Bournemouth Echo: A fantastic bond between Bethany and her Big BrotherA fantastic bond between Bethany and her Big Brother
Bournemouth Echo: BabyBaby

From Melissa Liddle

Baby's full nameWilliam John Liddle

Baby's date of birth06/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth story*resubmitted with birth story and middle name* Arriving 11 days overdue, William John Liddle was born on the 6th May 2020 at Poole hospital by emergency section, weighing 8lb exactly, our new family were briefly separated after the birth due to restrictions, but all the more happier when reunited.

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Bournemouth Echo: William enjoying tummy timeWilliam enjoying tummy time
Bournemouth Echo: William enjoying a a ride in his pramWilliam enjoying a a ride in his pram

From Stephanie Haley

Baby's full nameThomas Douglas Haley

Baby's date of birth22/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby8lbs 9oz

Names of any siblingsVictoria & Hugh

Tell us your birth storyStraight forward birth after being woken at 2am with contractions on 40+2. Arrived at hospital for 6am and delivered just over two hours later.

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Bournemouth Echo: Smile and the world smiles with youSmile and the world smiles with you
Bournemouth Echo: Capturing those first smilesCapturing those first smiles

From Becky Lee

Baby's full nameJames Elliot Lee

Baby's date of birth25/06/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsLydia

Tell us your birth storyDaddy Matt, Mummy Becky and sister Lydia are all delighted to have James in the family and thank God for this precious gift. He needed some help breathing when he was born so spent his first 24 hours in NICU. It wasn’t how we were expecting his birth to go, but we felt calm as we prayed for him before he was put on the machine and we’re grateful that he was soon well. Thank you to all the staff at St Mary’s Maternity Unit!

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping sweetlySleeping sweetly
Bournemouth Echo: Before the nappy changeBefore the nappy change

From Marrissa roberts

Baby's full nameHunter archer Dorain

Baby's date of birth28.03.2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby3lb 1oz

Names of any siblings.

Tell us your birth storyHunter was born early at 30 weeks gestation after 5 and a half weeks in nicu he came home... He's had a few recent admissions for ill health and hasnt been able to meet all his family because of lockdown but he's doing very well for a baby born so early so that's what makes us feel so blessed

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Bournemouth Echo: Hunter he was first bornHunter he was first born
Bournemouth Echo: Hunter home and safe after 5 weeks in nicuHunter home and safe after 5 weeks in nicu

From Kayleigh Hillen

Baby's full nameCaleb Xander Colin Millatt

Baby's date of birth04/03/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storySpeedy induction

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Bournemouth Echo: Caleb MillattCaleb Millatt

From Jess Gale

Baby's full nameAce Jude Gale

Baby's date of birth03/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyEmergency C-Section.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ace’n it ????Ace’n it ????

From Megan Sheppard & Louis Corio

Baby's full nameLilliana Grace Corio

Baby's date of birth17/03/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 12oz

Names of any siblingsLeonardo

Tell us your birth storyWe were induced into labour just as the world was starting to take the pandemic seriously. It was a little scary to begin with but we were immediately put at ease once in the hospital. The midwives were absolutely amazing. Our gorgeous new addition Lilliana, arrived just in time and she has been the most perfect little lady ever since she arrived. She has brightened up lockdown for our whole family. We have all loved getting to know her, especially her big brother. She has been our very own little rainbow.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our beautiful little lady 4 days old.Our beautiful little lady 4 days old.

From Lucinda Marie green

Baby's full nameFinnley anthony Legge

Baby's date of birth02/06/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8.15

Names of any siblingsOliver

Tell us your birth storyI had booked for Voluntary Cesarian section on the 2nd of June. My partner Jamie was with me and everything went well.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little familyOur little family
Bournemouth Echo: 1 day old in hospital, waiting to go home.1 day old in hospital, waiting to go home.

From Naomi Mayle

Baby's full nameReggie Jones

Baby's date of birth10th may 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7.15

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyAfter 3 days of labour, 12 hours at home with gas and air then the midwife realising he was laying back to back I done 2 and a half days at the hospital. 3 rounds of pethidine , had my water being broke for me , a hormone drip , an epidural and meconium being found in my water meaning the baby had gone to the toilet in me , he then arrived after 10 minutes of pushing

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby reggieBaby reggie
Bournemouth Echo: Bath timeBath time

From Claire Creech

Baby's full nameHarper Eloise Creech

Baby's date of birth10/05/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 1

Names of any siblingsEvie-May Creech

Tell us your birth storyI always had a feeling our little Harper would arrive a little early, mainly because I was so unorganised! After teaching my Sweaty Mama class in the morning followed by 3hr family walk (almost getting lost ) on the Heath my contractions started! I played it pretty cool, cleaning, making final preparations in the house, (not telling my husband yet) once our eldest daughter was in bed it was time to let my husband know this baby was on her way and we should call the hospital! It was weird to leave my husband outside in the car park as I entered the hospital, a completely different experience to last time. I was lucky to have a straight forward labour and birth and our beautiful girl arrived at 7.59 the following morning.

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Bournemouth Echo: Attempted DIY new born photo shootAttempted DIY new born photo shoot
Bournemouth Echo: Smelling scrumptious after my bathSmelling scrumptious after my bath

From Casey Curtis-Stein

Baby's full nameIsobella Louise Christine Light

Baby's date of birth01.04.2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lb 3oz

Names of any siblings6lb 3oz

Tell us your birth storyWent into hospital the previous night as had complications and was due to he induced the next day , went to induce me in the morning and I had already made it to 2 cm so no need to induce , had my waters broken and she was here within 4 hours head to toe time coming out was 8 mins ! Very happy with that ! Shes the most special and amazing bubba and growing up so fast already .

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Bournemouth Echo: Isobella Louise Christine LightIsobella Louise Christine Light
Bournemouth Echo: Special moments 1 day oldSpecial moments 1 day old

From Danielle sebata

Baby's full nameEsme Kelly-Sebata

Baby's date of birth29-05-20

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby8lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsTiarna and kenzie

Tell us your birth storyI was worried about over crowing at the hospital with bournemouth heing shut so stayed home as long as possible with my cintractions, my babys movments had reduced so i went in to get monitored my baby was fine and i had managed to reach 7cm so i got put straight in a delivery room where a midwide went and got my partner from the car park to join me for the birth.

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Bournemouth Echo: All my 3 daughters tiarna 6, kenzie 4 ans esme 3 weeksAll my 3 daughters tiarna 6, kenzie 4 ans esme 3 weeks
Bournemouth Echo: EsmeEsme

From Annastasia Paterson and Ryan Ladd

Baby's full nameALBY JOHN PATERSON-LADD

Baby's date of birth24th MAY 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital Poole

Weight of baby8lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsBrother ZAYN and Sister ZARA

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Big sister Zara  and big brother Zayn with their new little brother AlbyBig sister Zara and big brother Zayn with their new little brother Alby
Bournemouth Echo: ALBY JOHN PATERSON-LADDALBY JOHN PATERSON-LADD

From Eleanor Amey Storer

Baby's full nameLily Amey Pope

Baby's date of birth15th June 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on the 14th when my original due date was the 20th as I had pregnancy induced hypertension. On the 15th my waters were broken and within 1 hour she was ready to be brought into this world. I was only 10 minutes away from being sent to theatre due to little ones hearteate dropping and my blood pressure being high. However I was fortunate to give birth to her naturally with the help of a kiwi cup. She was born at 1pm weighing 7lb 15oz. Both Lily and I are healthy and we were discharged the next day with no complications. I am now enjoying the life of being a first time mum :)

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Bournemouth Echo: Lily all cosy with her blanketLily all cosy with her blanket
Bournemouth Echo: Our first picture as a familyOur first picture as a family

From Stacey mills

Baby's full nameHenry Mills

Baby's date of birth15/04/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity hospital

Weight of baby8lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsPenelope Mills

Tell us your birth storyWe moved into our new place on the day of lockdown (luckily!) With just 3 weeks to go until our due date. We had some complications and our beautiful son Henry was delivered two days before his due date via c section. The midwifes did absolutely all they could to make sure my husband could be with me, so they kept me on the labour ward for my recovery so that he could. These times are hard but I was overwhelmed by the amount of love and support I received from the midwives and the main thing is, is that me and my son are healthy, happy and safe. X

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Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful daughter penny with her new baby brother ????My beautiful daughter penny with her new baby brother ????
Bournemouth Echo: My lovely lockdown baby Henry. His family cannot wait to give him a huge squish xxMy lovely lockdown baby Henry. His family cannot wait to give him a huge squish xx

From Kate Silverton

Baby's full nameAlice Isla Silverton

Baby's date of birth10-05-2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Poole

Weight of baby8lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyI was booked in for an induction on 10th May, but went into labour naturally on 9th May starting in M&S car park in Westbourne! I had a long labour of 27.5 hours! It was slightly traumatic, but it was all worth it for our first baby! We had a short stay in hospital after. I would like to say a huge thank you to the team at Poole, they were fantastic & considering the current pandemic, the care they gave me was wonderful.

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Bournemouth Echo: Alice in hospital just before going home.Alice in hospital just before going home.
Bournemouth Echo: Alice at home in Ashley Cross.Alice at home in Ashley Cross.

From Rhiannon Marie Simmons

Baby's full nameRosemary Grace Simmons

Baby's date of birth30.05.2020

Place of birthCentral Delivery Suite Poole Hospital

Weight of baby8 Ibs 13 oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyLabour was difficult but we were well supported by the midwives and medical team. I developed pre eclampsia during labour followed by Rosemary and I developing sepsis during labour. Following a forceps delivery I had a major post partum haemorrhage requiring blood transfusions. We had to stay for 6 nights after Rosemary was born, which was very difficult as we were not allowed any visitors including my husband. Rosemary is thriving and doing so well. We feel incredibly blessed and lucky that we have our beautiful baby.

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Bournemouth Echo: Just born and wrapped up warm after having a cannula inserted.Just born and wrapped up warm after having a cannula inserted.
Bournemouth Echo: Sleeping in hospital.Sleeping in hospital.

From Tilly Johnson

Baby's full nameDanny Bradley Lazo hodges

Baby's date of birth9/4/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyFirst baby, was induced alone. From the 7/4/2020 then laboured outside to not be on my own due to vivid rules. Had a traumatising labour and ended up with bad delivery where I didn’t have the support I needed! Only my baby’s dad could come in after I was sent to delivery suit. And delivered by assisted natural birth (suction cup)

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Danny taking a nap!Baby Danny taking a nap!
Bournemouth Echo: Still smiling through lock down!Still smiling through lock down!

From Tilly Johnson

Baby's full nameDanny Bradley Lazo hodges

Baby's date of birth9/4/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyFirst baby, was induced alone. From the 7/4/2020 then laboured outside to not be on my own due to vivid rules. Had a traumatising labour and ended up with bad delivery where I didn’t have the support I needed! Only my baby’s dad could come in after I was sent to delivery suit. And delivered by assisted natural birth (suction cup)

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Danny taking a nap!Baby Danny taking a nap!
Bournemouth Echo: Still smiling through lock down!Still smiling through lock down!

From Sheryl Newton

Baby's full nameTheo Robert Neeton

Baby's date of birth13/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb

Names of any siblingsTia

Tell us your birth storyOur little one is our special rainbow baby. We suffered with an ectopic pregnancy last year. The day our ectopic baby was due we found out we were expecting Theo. Just to add to this special date, Theo’s due date was the 22nd May which was exactly a year to the date that we had a ceremony for our ectopic pregnancy. We tried for 5 years for a baby and couldn’t be happier even with having him during such hard times. It’s given us the chance to spend quality family time together to bond

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Bournemouth Echo: Our own corona babyOur own corona baby

From Naomi Eke

Baby's full nameRoux Evelyn Smith

Baby's date of birth1st April 2020

Place of birthDorset County Hospital

Weight of baby5lb 13oz

Names of any siblings-

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Roux, 9 weeks oldRoux, 9 weeks old

From Dannielle Rothery

Baby's full nameAntony Andrew Rothery-Lees

Baby's date of birth30/04/2020

Place of birthHome (Bournemouth)

Weight of baby8.2lb

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyAJ (Antony Jr.) was born at home during the lockdown. Our labour started on his due date, and he had his water birth early the next day in the comfort of our living room in a birth pool, with one of our cats on guard through the whole process! We were relieved to avoid the hospitals during this unsettling time, and loved being able to get into our own bed shortly after his arrival, altogether as a new family of 3. We are so thankful that the home birth team continued to operate through the pandemic. He was born at 3am on a Thursday morning, and at 8pm that evening we joined in with the clap for carers to thank our midwives for helping us have our positive birth. AJ hasn’t met the rest of his family yet as they mostly live on the Isle of Wight and some in Wales, but once it’s a bit safer to travel he can’t wait for a socially distanced visit.

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Bournemouth Echo: Danni and AJ on the sofa at home just after his birth.Danni and AJ on the sofa at home just after his birth.
Bournemouth Echo: AJ now at 7 weeks old. We still haven’t seen family, but hope to have a socially distanced visit soon!AJ now at 7 weeks old. We still haven’t seen family, but hope to have a socially distanced visit soon!

From Tamsyn Heeps

Baby's full nameJacob George Mowlem

Baby's date of birth24/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lbs 7oz

Names of any siblingsKieran Mowlem

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Little Jacob at 3 weeks oldLittle Jacob at 3 weeks old

From Danielle Edwards

Baby's full nameBobbie Donna Jane Sidsaff

Baby's date of birth26/03/2020

Place of birthDorchester (Dorset county hospital)

Weight of baby6lb9oz

Names of any siblingsHarrison Sidsaff

Tell us your birth storyI’ve already sent this a few times. Waters broke on the night of the first day of lockdown, had to be induced but did not progress and ended in an emergency c section at 3:45 on Thursday 26th March, 3 days into lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: 11 weeks old11 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Few hours oldFew hours old

From Hannah taylor

Baby's full nameOscar anthony kelly

Baby's date of birth01/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 4

Names of any siblingsLily,leo,olivia

Tell us your birth storyOscar was born at poole maternity due to the quickness of the birth my partner shaun was able to come straight in with me, he was born at 1.31am our beautiful boy !

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Bournemouth Echo: Oscar kellyOscar kelly

From Holly Orme

Baby's full nameHarvey Jack Orme

Baby's date of birth05/06/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs

Names of any siblingsArchie David Orme

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Bournemouth Echo: Harvey Jack OrmeHarvey Jack Orme

From Jen Goold

Baby's full nameBella Adana Correia

Baby's date of birth24/5/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsAmber Correia

Tell us your birth storyOur little rainbow baby arrived 15 days late but is perfect in every way! With a weeks stay at St Mary’s hospital she captured the hearts of the midwives with her pretty face and huge amount of hair, even getting a special hair wash by Anita on the post natal ward.

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby BellaBaby Bella

From Kira Lightbown-Smith

Baby's full nameArthur floyd Whitworth

Baby's date of birth25.03.2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsOliver Thomas Whitworth

Tell us your birth storyWent in for an elective section 2 days after lockdown began my son hasn't met any of his family until now

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Bournemouth Echo: Oliver and arthurOliver and arthur
Bournemouth Echo: Oliver and arthurOliver and arthur

From Demi-Louise Barker

Baby's full nameTheodore Lucas Cusack

Baby's date of birth21/05/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsNone

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Bournemouth Echo: Theodore Lucas Cusack6lb 10oz21/05/20Theodore Lucas Cusack6lb 10oz21/05/20

From Chantelle Davis

Baby's full nameCorinne-ciara davis

Baby's date of birth16/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsNone

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Bournemouth Echo: My dollyMy dolly

From Vikki Douglas

Baby's full nameFlorence Wendy Rosa Douglas

Baby's date of birth10/05/20

Place of birthPoole - Haven

Weight of baby6 pound 4

Names of any siblingsnone

Tell us your birth storyOur rainbow baby

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Bournemouth Echo: Florence DouglasFlorence Douglas

From Kayleigh Hillen

Baby's full nameCaleb Xander Colin Millatt

Baby's date of birth04/03/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings just a dog Odie

Tell us your birth storyVery quick induction at 39 + 1

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little boy ????Our little boy ????

From Marta Kwiatkowska

Baby's full nameLiliana Shelby Pepper

Baby's date of birth23 03 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby3.400 kg

Names of any siblingsNadia and Dominik

Tell us your birth storyLiliana was born on first day of lockdown. We was very lucky because the day after her birth rules has changed in maternity departments and partner wasnt aloud to be with mum during all birth.

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Bournemouth Echo: Liliana 2 months oldLiliana 2 months old
Bournemouth Echo: Poole maternityPoole maternity

From Lara mcghee

Baby's full nameMarnie-May White

Baby's date of birth12/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 9ozs

Names of any siblingsTommy Frankie Megin Harley and kenzie

Tell us your birth storyI was in hospital being induced whilst the world was going crazy outside, a day after a national pandemic was declared we welcomed our 6th and final baby into the world not having a clue what we was coming home too, she’s 3 and a half months old and only a handful of family have met her. The only thing she knows is us her siblings and a hundred others in blue face masks.

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Bournemouth Echo: Marnie may louiseMarnie may louise

From Katy Rose

Baby's full nameLily-Rose Maria Ostler

Baby's date of birth25/05/20

Place of birthMy home in canford heath

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsAlfie, Jayden, Daniel, Freddie

Tell us your birth storyI had Lily-Rose at home, the day after my due date, planned homebirth, had my midwife Louise who I’d seen throughout my pregnancy, Labour was 2 hours 36 mins, her big brothers met her as soon as she’d been born!

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Bournemouth Echo: Lily-RoseLily-Rose

From Mrs Chloe Thorne

Baby's full nameMaisie-Jayne Kathleen Thorne

Baby's date of birth10-06-2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 8ozs

Names of any siblingsJames, Esmae-Rose

Tell us your birth story1hr 37mins of natural Labour baby was born at 6-7cms dilated at 12:52pm

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Bournemouth Echo: Mum and BabyMum and Baby
Bournemouth Echo: Maisie-Jayne and her proud big brother and sisterMaisie-Jayne and her proud big brother and sister

From Chelle Crowe

Baby's full nameGeorge Thomas Smith

Baby's date of birth11th June 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyGeorge was due on 29th May and still wasn’t here almost 2 weeks later so I was induced on 10th June. Just over 8hrs later George was born by c section on 11th June

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Bournemouth Echo: Hello WorldHello World

From Danielle Joyce

Baby's full nameMillie Paul

Baby's date of birth21 April 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7.01pounds

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMillie was born a week after her due date by induction, quick 6 hour birth, couldnt wait to meet her mummy and daddy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Only a few weeks old having a good old strech.Only a few weeks old having a good old strech.
Bournemouth Echo: Just born less than hour oldJust born less than hour old

From Laura beale

Baby's full nameIsla Mae Beale

Baby's date of birth27/3/2020

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby7lbs 12oz

Names of any siblingsEllie beale

Tell us your birth storyI did fill this out and send it maybe a week ago but I can’t see Isla on your gallery? Our local hospital is Southampton but I had her at Salisbury due to her cleft.

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Bournemouth Echo: Isla MaeIsla Mae

From Ellie Lock

Baby's full nameRufus Elliott Lock

Baby's date of birth21/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyNews of COVID-19 spreading on a global scale ramped up in the headlines when I was 7 months pregnant, so the company I work for asked me to work from home from that point; welcome news with an ever heavier bump to carry around! With government advising pregnant women to self-isolate, I spent the next 8 weeks enjoying a slower pace of life and preparing for the journey ahead until Rufus’ arrival spot on his due date. Rufus was born after a complication-free 6 hour labour in Poole’s Haven suite, supported by a team of lovely midwives, all wearing full PPE but not losing an ounce of personal touch. Within no time at all we were home settling in to family life at our own pace, with distanced outside visits from family members spread over the next 2 weeks. Although it’s heart breaking that loved ones haven’t had a squeeze with our baby boy yet, the precious time that we have spent as a new family of 3 whilst my husband is furloughed will always be treasured, and nobody has to know how messy the house was in that first week!

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Bournemouth Echo: Settled nicely into his new homeSettled nicely into his new home
Bournemouth Echo: Ready to come home from the hospitalReady to come home from the hospital

From Carla Gosling

Baby's full nameZara Jane Brizell

Baby's date of birth20th May 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsDennis & Sienna

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Bournemouth Echo: Zara one day old in poole hospitalZara one day old in poole hospital

From Zoe Pugh

Baby's full nameElijah Mathew Pugh

Baby's date of birth14/03/2020

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby8lbs 7oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

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Bournemouth Echo: In the forestIn the forest
Bournemouth Echo: Chilling on his play matChilling on his play mat

From Christie and Martin Breeze

Baby's full nameBelle Sophia Breeze

Baby's date of birthApril 22nd

Place of birthPoole Maternity Haven Unit

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

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Bournemouth Echo: Belles First SmileBelles First Smile
Bournemouth Echo: Belle at 7weeks oldBelle at 7weeks old

From Katherine Houghton

Baby's full nameIndie Rosie Houghton

Baby's date of birth4/6/20

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsBrooke

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful girl was born at poole on Thursday 4th June 2020! At 12.35am. Safely delivered by amazing Midwife Sean and student Midwife Hazel. Couldn't have asked for better care and a better team to help bring my baby girl into the world. Mummy, Daddy and big sister are very much in Love with our new addition!

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Bournemouth Echo: Indie Rosie HoughtonIndie Rosie Houghton

From Madison jardine

Baby's full nameJaylah jazz Madison jardine

Baby's date of birth24-4-2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby2.880

Names of any siblingsJames Jacqueline And Jason

Tell us your birth storyI was Induced Due to oligo low fluid Around the baby the midwifes were fantastic I singing to my husbands 2 minutes before baby was born it was very different from my other labours due to everyone’s ppe and not being able to have my husband with me till delivery but over the moon to have her here safe

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Bournemouth Echo: Today 11-6-2020Today 11-6-2020
Bournemouth Echo: Day I was born 24-4-2020Day I was born 24-4-2020

From Martha Chengadu

Baby's full nameRowan Lucian Chengadu

Baby's date of birth09.05.20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb 11.5oz

Names of any siblingsJulian Tate Chengadu

Tell us your birth storyI had been fairly anxious about giving birth during the pandemic. The day things started was as soon as I relaxed. It was VE Day, our neighbours all celebrated in their front driveways, and it was incredible. It got to about 8pm and my contractions started, but I thought that it could be a long labour considering my first took 30+ hours from start of contractions to birth. An hour passed, and we had to call on family to babysit our son so we could go to the hospital (which was a worry in itself as we were in lockdown and the thought of anyone coming to our home was strange). Once our parents arrived at 1am, and went to bed, we grabbed our bag and made our way to Poole. We were in the hospital an hour and our gorgeous son Rowan was born! We are extremely thankful to the midwives at the Haven for such a wonderful experience, it didn’t feel like there was a pandemic through our time there due to the nature of the staff and the fantastic facility.

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Bournemouth Echo: @thedorsetmum@thedorsetmum
Bournemouth Echo: 3 days old3 days old

From irraina fraser

Baby's full nameAlfie-John

Baby's date of birth20-03-2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6bl 2oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy daughter Tauren Lawton has had a baby boy who has a heart condition and she has found it difficult not having family around as they live in Rotherham South Yorkshire and she only has a mum who is disabled and I'm so proud of her and how she has cope throughout this difficult time. Mum couldn't be her birthing partner due to the lockdown rules.. Thanks

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Bournemouth Echo: Life seems so much more valuable when you can't comfort or support your daughter who suffers form depression and anxiety with being a first time mummy...Caption it's time like this when you release how family means.. Life is so precious.Life seems so much more valuable when you can't comfort or support your daughter who suffers form depression and anxiety with being a first time mummy...Caption it's time like this when you release how family means.. Life is so precious.

From Emma Badri Assad

Baby's full nameLiliana Alice Hoare

Baby's date of birth15th April 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby3.49 (7.69 lbs)

Names of any siblingsArabella Emma Hoare

Tell us your birth storyAn enormous thank you to all the staff at St Mary’s Maternity Unit. I was so scared to be without my husband after delivery due to the pandemic, however, I needn’t have worried as the each and every member of staff were wonderful.

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Bournemouth Echo: A doting big sisterA doting big sister
Bournemouth Echo: Minutes after deliveryMinutes after delivery

From Emma Badri Assad and Kenelm Hoare.

Baby's full nameLiliana Alice Hoare

Baby's date of birth15th April 2020

Place of birthAt Mary’s maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby3.49 kg (7.69 lbs)

Names of any siblingsArabella Emma Hoare

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Bournemouth Echo: Her doting big sisterHer doting big sister
Bournemouth Echo: Minutes after deliveryMinutes after delivery

From Sarah legg

Baby's full nameEmilia legg

Baby's date of birth04.04.20

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby6lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyFollowing 2 days of induction Emilia was born via emergency c section under general anaesthetic. It was suspected that mum had covid 19 and were both placed on isolation for the next 3 days this turned out to not be the case! Mum and baby were then allowed to go home and daddy could get his first cuddle!

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Bournemouth Echo: On our daily walk.On our daily walk.
Bournemouth Echo: Sleepy time.Sleepy time.

From Kylie Payne and Chris Treichel

Baby's full nameSophie Ellen Payne

Baby's date of birth23rd March 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby7lb 10 oz

Names of any siblingsCameron Payne

Tell us your birth storySophie was due on mother's day and she made an amazing appearance on lockdown day 23rd March 2020 in a speedy 1 hour and 22 minutes! She is a beautiful smiley happy little girl with a very special birthday. She has definitely made lockdown a pleasure to be in! I also have a teenage son who is a fantastic big brother to her. We just cannot wait for our friends and family to be able to give her cuddles!

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Bournemouth Echo: Always smiling!Always smiling!
Bournemouth Echo: Disney day!Disney day!

From Kristy Ayres and Reece Buttree

Baby's full namePayton Buttree

Baby's date of birth07/05/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s maternity unit Poole

Weight of baby7.8lbs

Names of any siblingsChase Buttree

Tell us your birth storyPayton arrived via c section on the 07/05/2020 at 2.47pm weighing 7.8lbs, we stayed in hospital over night and then we were reunited with our family the next day, she has a very protective big brother who adores her and a mummy and daddy who are very besotted.

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Bournemouth Echo: Payton Buttree 4+ weeks oldPayton Buttree 4+ weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Payton Buttree 3+ hours oldPayton Buttree 3+ hours old

From Abbey Mae Luther

Baby's full nameEden-Renee Havana Rogers

Baby's date of birthApril 22, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsGeorgie-Mae and Dylan-Francis

Tell us your birth storyApril 22nd myself and Dale bought our beautiful baby girl into the world weighing a healthy 7lb 8oz, despite the madness going on around us we was able to take our healthy girl home to meet her big sister Georgie-Mae just 12 hours after delivery and she was besotted with her, she soon met her big brother Dylan-Francis and he too was in love with his new baby sister... we are so lucky to have Three beautiful children but extra lucky to have a beautiful healthy baby girl born in lockdown!

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Bournemouth Echo: Eden-Renee with her big sister Georgie-MaeEden-Renee with her big sister Georgie-Mae
Bournemouth Echo: Eden-Renee with her big brother Dylan-FrancisEden-Renee with her big brother Dylan-Francis

From Kimberley Burdon Thompson

Baby's full nameSophie Isla Thompson

Baby's date of birthApril 7, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsMollie and Ella

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Bournemouth Echo: Daddy’s girlDaddy’s girl
Bournemouth Echo: SophieSophie

From Karina West

Baby's full nameReggie

Baby's date of birthApril 30, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsLenny

Tell us your birth storyThe day after having a sweep & whilst trying to get into bed to cuddle my 4 year old goodnight my waters broke. Labour came on really fast & strong with surges every 7 mins, 1/2 hr later they were every 3 mins. We got to the hospital & 41 mins later baby was born & 5 hrs later we were home. I'd had no pain relief at all & my whole labour was 2 hrs 11 mins. The midwives & maternity team at Poole are all amazing! Dispite the new challenges each one of them has made me feel at ease & provided next level care. The pandemic had made me really anxious about giving birth plus having my partner & young son at home all the time was chaotic & not the start to maternity leave I had envisaged. With this pregnancy I did a hypnobirthing course & so glad I did as it helped me so much, not just in labour but in overcoming fears around the coronavirus outbreak & generally helping me to relax. I feel like I can take on anything, having given birth during the Covid-19 pandemic!

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Bournemouth Echo: At home 12 hrs after birthAt home 12 hrs after birth

From Andrea Garner

Baby's full nameCamille Grace Madeline Garner

Baby's date of birthJune 1, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsSebastian

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Bournemouth Echo: Camille, at one week oldCamille, at one week old
Bournemouth Echo: Camille, 1 week oldCamille, 1 week old

From April Grimes

Baby's full nameArchie Peter Andrew Burress

Baby's date of birthApril 21, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby8lbs 10oz

Names of any siblingsHarley

Tell us your birth storyI went into labour on 19th of April my waters had gone at half 8 in the morning but the little pickle decided he wasn't going to make an appearance yet, As the day went on I started to get contractions but he was still clearly too comfy and stayed put. I went in to Poole maternity on the Monday morning to be induced at 8am which was pretty scary as he is my first and my partner wasn’t allowed in with me until I went into active labour, i was taken to the delivery suite around 3 in the afternoon where I was put on the hormone drip to get things moving and finally my partner was allowed to join me and after a long night Archie was born on the 21st of April 2020 at 7.34 AM weighing 8lbs 10 OZ

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Bournemouth Echo: Born in lockdown 2020Born in lockdown 2020
Bournemouth Echo: Only a couple of hours oldOnly a couple of hours old

From Pippa-Louise Rehm

Baby's full nameConner Mark Raymond Rehm

Baby's date of birthApril 12, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsAmy and Isabelle

Tell us your birth storyMy waters were only trickling so i had to go into maternity at 10pm on 11th obviously my husband wasnt allowed in until i was in full blown labour, he sat outside in the car for u hours until 5am on the 12th it was then a further 5 and half hours before he made hes arrival, i had to stay in over night which was the worst out of it all as i couldnt have any visitors, but he was healthy and thats all that mattered.

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Bournemouth Echo: Conner at seven weeksConner at seven weeks
Bournemouth Echo: 8 weeks old and sleeping soundly8 weeks old and sleeping soundly

From Victoria Finch

Baby's full nameArcher Finch

Baby's date of birthApril 10, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyWent into labour at Midnight at 37 weeks exactly and Archer arrived into the world at Midday on Good Friday. He's our first born, cheeky boy and loves the camera already! We wouldn't change our locked down days as a family for anything! He's brightened our days and made our world all the more beautiful. Our gorgeous little Easter surprise!

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Bournemouth Echo: Enjoying the May heatwave safe at home.Enjoying the May heatwave safe at home.
Bournemouth Echo: First smilesFirst smiles

From Leilani Morris

Baby's full nameFrankie Morris

Baby's date of birthMarch 29, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7 pound 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyIt was a very scary time as a week before my son was born lockdown began I was already scared for the birth as this was my first child but knowing I could only have one birthing partner and they was only allowed in once I was in active labour made me even more nervous, I made a difficult decision and chose my mum to be there at the birth as she was the one to settle me so my husband didn’t meet his son until the following day when we was discharged he was amazing and very supportive, I ended up going in to theatre in the end after 27 hours of labour but what made it more scary is going in a room on your own with 9 people with masks, face shields, gloves etc on and I wasn’t allowed anyone in I will never forget the fear I felt not knowing if I was going to be ok or my son then having an epidural so I couldn’t feel my legs was worrying as I had to stay over night on my own, but I was grateful my son was born safe and healthy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Frankie at 10 weeksFrankie at 10 weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Was taken minutes after he was born in theatreWas taken minutes after he was born in theatre

From Hayley Crees

Baby's full nameSummer Lilly Shaw

Baby's date of birthMay 15, 2020

Place of birthAshurst

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsBlake and Joey

Tell us your birth storyOur babygirl was born on the 15th May at Ashurst. She was born in the waterpool at 07:11am. It was a natural labour on gas and air. It was so surreal we went into a complete bubble and almost forgot COVID19 was going on. The NFBC was incredible though and we got amazing support from the midwives. The tests weren’t overly pleasant but easy compared to giving birth! It’s been really hard not able to see family and friends but she is our absolute world and adored by her brothers. She is so content and happy in our little bubble and I’m so excited for everyone to meet her and have cuddles.

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Bournemouth Echo: Summer sleepingSummer sleeping
Bournemouth Echo: Summer 8 days old with her teddiesSummer 8 days old with her teddies

From Chantelle Mahony

Baby's full nameZorin Richard Mahony Carr

Baby's date of birthApril 16

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsZayn and Zenara

Tell us your birth storyOur water baby was born on day 15 of lockdown. It was very daunting and emotional going in to the hospital on my own but my partner was there for the main event! The midwife team were incredible and went above and beyond at this time of uncertainty. I have thoroughly enjoyed the lockdown period with my little one, we have had the best bonding experience you could ask for without the stresses of normal life. My two other children absolutely adore him and love that he is now part of the family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Zorin at seven weeksZorin at seven weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Dreams of milkDreams of milk

From Frankie Joyce

Baby's full nameChester Neil Andrew Webb

Baby's date of birthApril 25

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby8lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsOllie

Tell us your birth storyHad to be Induced on the 23rd of April, 24th I was taken to delivery. I had my waters broken and I was 3cm dilate, for the next 14 hours I was still only 3cm dilated. I was told I would have to have a C section. So I was taken to theatre they tried over an hour and a half to get the epidural in my back but was unsuccessful so I had to have an emergency C section and be put to sleep. My little boy was born at 12:17,I was unable to see him as soon as he came he was taken to my fiance in the next room and then At 3.06am I was then taken to meet my baby. For me it was a very traumatic time considering I wanted to have a water birth and all natural it went from one extreme to another but he’s happy healthy he is now 6 weeks old I’ve never felt love like it my life I’m overwhelmed so in love with him and one very proud mamma. The staff at Poole Maternity hospital were absolutely incredible. We welcomed our lockdown baby Chester Neil Andrew Webb.

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Bournemouth Echo: My little lion cub at six weeksMy little lion cub at six weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Chester At 6.06 am on the 25th of April 2020Chester At 6.06 am on the 25th of April 2020

From Gemma Parry

Baby's full nameLottie Parry

Baby's date of birthMarch 15

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby4lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyLottie was born at 37 weeks weighing 4lbs 5. I was induced at 37 weeks due to her registering small on the growth scans. I stayed at the maternity ward for 11 days. I was only allowed to leave if she put on weight. The NHS maternity staff were amazing at St Mary's maternity ward, Poole.

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Bournemouth Echo: DIY photography (Mummy)DIY photography (Mummy)
Bournemouth Echo: Smiles ????Smiles ????

From Vanessa Rickett

Baby's full nameWillow Selene Rickett

Baby's date of birthApril 3

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby8lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy waters went on the evening of 1st April, but I wasn't having any contractions so went in to be induced on 2nd April (24hours later) . The virus restrictions at the hospital meant no birth partners were allowed until labour was established, so I had to be alone at this part. My lovely husband stayed in the car outside, until I got transferred to the birthing suite on the morning of 3rd April to be put on a hormone drip. The contractions started quickly, but after 9 hours I had only dialated 2cm (baby was not in any rush to arrive!) so decided to have a c-section. Our beautiful baby girl Willow was born at 7:20pm, and the hospital were really lovely and let my husband stay with us in our labour room until around 11pm for lots of cuddles and bonding time. I was then transferred to the ward to stay overnight. There were no birth partners allowed on the ward, so I was determined to get up and moving so that we could go home. I was sent home at 8:30pm on 4th April, and we have been in our newborn bubble of bliss ever since ! :-)

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Bournemouth Echo: Making the most of the time just as us 3! We can't wait for our families to be able to have cuddles too.Making the most of the time just as us 3! We can't wait for our families to be able to have cuddles too.
Bournemouth Echo: Moments after being born ! We were so happy to finally hold our baby girl.Moments after being born ! We were so happy to finally hold our baby girl.

From Jemma wilkinson

Baby's full nameRaya Grace Mullins

Baby's date of birth11/03/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity unit

Weight of baby5lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsFirst baby

Tell us your birth storyWe welcomed our first baby into the world on the 11th March just before lockdown was announced. We managed to let family meet Raya within the first week but not friends. Then lockdown started and she has not meet any of our friends and has not seen family since. She is a bundle of joy and has kept lockdown fun. Daddy is self employed so had three months off and there bond is just so loving. Just feel bad that family and friends have missed out on some much of her little life all ready. She is my world.

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Bournemouth Echo: 12wks old making the most of being able to exercise as much as we like. At poole park with daddy her best best buddy.12wks old making the most of being able to exercise as much as we like. At poole park with daddy her best best buddy.
Bournemouth Echo: Brand new baby girl.Brand new baby girl.

From charlotte hough

Baby's full nameayla-rose palmer

Baby's date of birth26/4/2020

Place of birthpoole hoapital

Weight of baby5lb 3

Names of any siblingssavannah and nevaeh

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Bournemouth Echo: ayla-rose 6 hours oldayla-rose 6 hours old
Bournemouth Echo: savannah and nevaeh so excited they have a new sister having cuddlessavannah and nevaeh so excited they have a new sister having cuddles

From Emily Nash and Raif Axel Griffin

Baby's full nameRaif Axel Griffin

Baby's date of birth18/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 7oz

Names of any siblingsMilo Charlie Griffin

Tell us your birth storyI went into Poole hospital on the 17th to have my waters broken to bring on labour at 39 weeks 4 days due to reduced movements. Labour started around 9.30pm and I laboured all through the night until I delivered a big healthy boy at 04.15am on 18/03/2020. Unfortunately we were told no visitors to the hospital due to Coronavirus so we were discharged 5 and a half hours after I delivered so our other son could meet his baby brother. We then went into the lock down so friends and family have only just been able to start seeing him but still no cuddles!

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Bournemouth Echo: Raif now, 12 weeks old.Raif now, 12 weeks old.
Bournemouth Echo: The day Raif was born, Milo meeting his little brother for the first time.The day Raif was born, Milo meeting his little brother for the first time.

From Charlene McDonald

Baby's full nameDonny Stuart Raymond McDonald

Baby's date of birth27.04.2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 3oz

Names of any siblings

Tell us your birth storyMi was so nervous and anxious near my due date due to the pandemic I thought what if they stop any birthing partners but they didn't. I went in to be induced on the Sunday from the moment I got there I 1 - 1 care I cannot thank the staff enough they carried on as normal the only thing diffrent was they were in full ppe.

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Bournemouth Echo: 2 hours old2 hours old

From Kayleigh Reghif

Baby's full nameElijah Reghif

Baby's date of birth24/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lb13oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyElijah was born via planned c-section after a difficult pregnancy and having been conceived through IVF. We spent a couple of hours in a happy bubble before his dad had to go home due to the precautions. It was hard, but we'd been warned, and the midwives who cared for us were exceptional.

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Bournemouth Echo: Elijah at one day old.Elijah at one day old.
Bournemouth Echo: Elijah at 6 weeks oldElijah at 6 weeks old

From Shannon bugler

Baby's full nameCalvin Fry was born on April 6th, 2020 at St Mary's Maternity Unit

Baby's date of birth06-04-2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lbs 5oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy contractions came on at 3am on 6th April, we got to Poole maternity and only I was aloud in to begin with and then the midwife said I had to stay so my partner was then aloud in I got in the pool and had a water birth Calvin was then born at 11:03am.

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Bournemouth Echo: Recent photo of Calvin now having cuddles with his peter rabbitRecent photo of Calvin now having cuddles with his peter rabbit
Bournemouth Echo: The day Calvin was born and we got to come homeThe day Calvin was born and we got to come home

From Chantelle Saunders and Jon Sebbar

Baby's full nameAlbie Patrick Sebbar

Baby's date of birth7/5/20

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsJake, Molly, Riley and Isabella

Tell us your birth storyWe were Expecting baby number 5 to be born at home. I developed a polyhydramnios and advised for safety I would need to go into hospital for the birth. At 2.30am 3days early my waters break with fullon contractions. My waters making a lovely trail round the house I woke my older daughter to let her know it was happening.. in the commotion she decided to passout and was left with her older brother for sympathy. As we arrived we realised not only had we forgot to call them to say we were coming And the pregnancy notes. Settled in a room and hoping he would be born a few hours later was wishful thinking. Altogether 28 hours and only dilating 4cm we went through every option for a natural birth. Through the tears and laughter I had my other half Jon with me every step of the way and Albie was born wrapped up in his cord via c-section at 11.52pm by and extraordinary team of midwives and surgeons. We Can’t thank them enough. A truly surreal time to have a baby I definitely won’t be forgetting this experience. I’m greatfull for a healthy baby and an amazing family

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Bournemouth Echo: Children first cuddles with AlbieChildren first cuddles with Albie
Bournemouth Echo: Taken by a midwife. A unforgettable moment capturedTaken by a midwife. A unforgettable moment captured

From Ellie Rose

Baby's full nameAlessia Ashlé

Baby's date of birth8th March

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb13oz

Names of any siblingsEmilia Raine

Tell us your birth storyAlessia was born one week before lockdown! Via C-section at 36+6weeks! Born to wave105 playing Sunshine after the Rain.

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Bournemouth Echo: Alessia AshléAlessia Ashlé
Bournemouth Echo: Alessia Ashlé with the most beautiful smileAlessia Ashlé with the most beautiful smile

From Megan Marlow

Baby's full nameDaniel-Francis Rodney Vivian Quinn

Baby's date of birth27th May 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby2lbs9oz

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old, 10 weeks premature ????1 week old, 10 weeks premature ????
Bournemouth Echo: Daniel-Francis ????Daniel-Francis ????

From Tony and Louise Barry

Baby's full nameAiden Edward Jose Pais

Baby's date of birth10/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsGeorgia Maria Pais

Tell us your birth storyMy beautiful boy Aiden was born a few weeks into lockdown. I had to be induced on the 8th and little man was born on the early hours of the morning on April 10th, being alone during those first few early labour hours was scary and incredibly hard but the fantastic team at Poole made me very comfortable and at ease until my partner Tony was able to join me. We were sent home after just a few hours to begin our life in lockdown together.

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Bournemouth Echo: Aiden at just an hour old.Aiden at just an hour old.
Bournemouth Echo: Aiden at 2 months old.Aiden at 2 months old.

From abigail bennallack and James Curwood

Baby's full nameRex Anthony Bennallack

Baby's date of birthMay 1st, 2020

Place of birthpoole

Weight of baby9lb

Names of any siblingsAmelia and Tallulah

Tell us your birth storyRex came into the world by planed c-section and had an infection so we had to stay in for 3 extra days. the Lady’s and gents at poole hospital are amazing, from singing Dance monkey with me while my spinal was being put in to try and relax me, to the care on the ward after making sure all the mums are talking so no one felt alone and making sure we are all healthy, there was always someone to help. couldn’t thank them all enough.

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Bournemouth Echo: this photo was the first photo taken by daddy to send to the girls (his sisters) to say he had arrivedthis photo was the first photo taken by daddy to send to the girls (his sisters) to say he had arrived
Bournemouth Echo: 1 day old1 day old

From Krissi Mcgilton

Baby's full nameNoah James Mcgilton

Baby's date of birthApril 5th, 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby5lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyAmazing NHS midwifes supported me through a total of 8 days in hospital in lockdown with no visitors after our son being born 5 weeks early!

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Bournemouth Echo: Was so happy to be homeWas so happy to be home
Bournemouth Echo: Noah in NICU born @ 35+4 weeksNoah in NICU born @ 35+4 weeks

From Bethany orchard and Ronnie St claire

Baby's full nameAriana st claire

Baby's date of birth03/06/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7Lbs 15oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyWas induced on the 2nd with the gel partner was there as I was induced with the hormone drip and as soon as i was put on the labour ward.....time of labour was 12 hours and 23 minutes.... pain relief used was gas and air .....midwifes was great and really supportive with the current situation and made my partner feel welcome with plenty of tea and coffee.

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Bournemouth Echo: Why is my bed not this bigWhy is my bed not this big
Bournemouth Echo: Smiling even if it isn'tSmiling even if it isn't

From Rebecca Costa

Baby's full nameAva Mary Rosewarn

Baby's date of birthApril 9th, 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby8lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsLucas Reis

Tell us your birth storyBorn at 41weeks, arrived at St Mary’s Maternity at 7pm and baby born at 8.45pm.

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Bournemouth Echo: 2 days old2 days old
Bournemouth Echo: 8 weeks old8 weeks old

From Victoria White and Kylie Marchelak

Baby's full nameMia Grace White

Baby's date of birth4th April 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsHarper White - 3years

Tell us your birth storyMia came into the world when I was 38 weeks pregnant after a few weeks of reduced movement and copious hospital visits meaning I needed to be induced. A daunting and anxious time being in hospital all alone but the midwives were fantastic. A quick labour in the end left her a little shocked but she was our perfect healthy little bundle. My partner was able to be there for the birth which was amazing. A further 2 night stay in hospital to show that she could feed sufficiently and then we were allowed home so we could be with our family. Her big sister Harper was beyond excited and loves her sister very much.

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Bournemouth Echo: Mia’s first big sister cuddles.Mia’s first big sister cuddles.
Bournemouth Echo: Welcome to the world Mia Grace.Welcome to the world Mia Grace.

From Ellie Bowman and Jasa

Baby's full nameFreddy Satria Bowman

Baby's date of birth21.03.2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unity

Weight of baby6.7

Names of any siblings0

Tell us your birth storyOur son Freddy was born at 11.48pm at St Mary’s maternity unit in Poole after a very fast labour. Thank you to my amazing midwife, Pam.

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Bournemouth Echo: Freddy at 2 months old.Freddy at 2 months old.
Bournemouth Echo: Always smilingAlways smiling

From Sarah Arnold

Baby's full nameCharles William Arnold

Baby's date of birth20th April 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital. Haven suite.

Weight of baby7lbs 10

Names of any siblingsAmélie and Harriet

Tell us your birth storyBaby Charles kept us waiting twelve days beyond his due date. This resulted in a planned admission onto the antenatal ward at Poole to kick start labour. This was quite an anxious and lonely time with my husband having to drop me off at the door due to visiting restrictions. The midwives were all amazing and provided great support and reassurance from behind all their PPE. It wasn’t long before my contractions were frequent and I was moved onto the Haven birthing suite and told I could call my husband. (I had told him a little before then to make his way over and luckily I did as not sure he would have made the birth)! Within no more than half an hour of him arriving and three minutes in the birthing pool our (surprise) baby boy arrived in the world. Convinced we were going to have another girl we were completely shocked yet delighted to have a perfect baby boy. We were allowed home a few hours later. The midwife we had was incredible and I am so thankful for the care we received at such an uncertain time.

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Bournemouth Echo: Charles settling in at home a few hours after he was born.Charles settling in at home a few hours after he was born.
Bournemouth Echo: Charles William Arnold  moments after he was born.Charles William Arnold moments after he was born.

From Joe Quinn and Chloe Watts

Baby's full nameFraser John Brian Quinn

Baby's date of birth7/5/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby9lb 10

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur baby boy was born during the pandemic, he was 8 days late and my partner had to be induced! Due to the pandemic I was unable to be by her side during the start of the process. I had to drop her at the doors and wait for a phone call to say she was in established labour. Despite being in lockdown and having all of this going on around us, just like that the world stopped for me when my boy was brought into the world. All the midwifes were all gowned up during the labour which was a gruelling 16 hours and I was unable to leave the room, not even for a cup of tea. I couldn’t stay with my partner and my boy Fraser over night due to the coronavirus rules. However I picked them both up the next day and took them home to begin our new chapter.

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Bournemouth Echo: Fraser at 3 weeks oldFraser at 3 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: First family photoFirst family photo

From Ian and Leah Middleton

Baby's full nameAmelia Clare Middleton

Baby's date of birth14/04/2020

Place of birthSt Mary's maternity hospital Poole

Weight of baby7lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsBella and Olivia

Tell us your birth storyAmelia was induced 10 days early. It was a really strange experience going in alone and my husband couldnt join us for a few hours but I'm extremely grateful to our midwife Emma who was amazing throughout.

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Bournemouth Echo: First photoFirst photo

From Michelle Benham

Baby's full nameBrodie Carter Benham

Baby's date of birth10/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby7lbs 8oz

Names of any siblingsLacey Benham

Tell us your birth storyMy contractions started on the Saturday about 7pm, we went to Poole about 11am Sunday, Dad was allowed in the delivery suite, however by 7pm on the Sunday when baby was facing the wrong way and my waters had broken 9hours previous I was taken to theatre where he forceps delivered. He had inhaled his own poop while he was coming out so he had to go straight to intensive care and was initially on a ventilator and getting treated for sepsis. He was in ICU for 48 hours but didn't improve over the next 3 days so had to have another 5 day course on antibiotics and then we finally got allowed out 10days later. Unfortunately due to the current situation Dad wasn't allowed to visit us while we were in hospital so we were all very very happy when then let us out and we could start being a family!! The nurses at Poole maternity were amazing though and I can't thank them enough for their care and dedication.

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Bournemouth Echo: In ICUIn ICU
Bournemouth Echo: Just chilling out at home.Just chilling out at home.

From Lauren Francis

Baby's full nameWalter Jack Francis

Baby's date of birth30/03/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7 pounds 3oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyWe welcomed our first baby, the gorgeous little Walter into the world during the first week of lockdown. Our birth story is short but sweet as we were in and out of Poole hospital all in the space of 5 hours. I did however almost give birth in the car park! It has been super hard not being able to share him with all of our friends and family yet, however he has been a wonderful distraction from all the going’s on in the world. We absolutely love him to pieces!

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From Lia Martin and David Jenkins

Baby's full nameFergus Russell Jenkins

Baby's date of birth14/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb8oz

Names of any siblingsMabel Ruby Jenkins

Tell us your birth storyFergus was born at 2.52pm on 14th May after a speedy active labour of 1 hour 22 minutes after a difficult pregnancy with Mum to be Lia suffering from a pelvis problem and with his little sister Mabel who is just 18 months younger than him very excited for his arrival. Daddy David sat outside the maternity unit in the car waiting to be let in at the last part of labour due to restrictions at the unit. Lia and Fergus were home safely just 5 hours after delivery. Fergus still hasn't met his maternal grandmother as she is a key worker along with most of his other family members.

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Bournemouth Echo: FergusFergus
Bournemouth Echo: Fergus with Daddy David and his sister MabelFergus with Daddy David and his sister Mabel

From Catherine Gregory and Dean Robbins

Baby's full nameHenry Oliver Robbins

Baby's date of birth25/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lbs 5oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyI never imagined i would be welcoming my first child into the world during a pandemic, Henry Oliver Robbins was born on 25th may 2020 at 12.01pm in the haven birthing suite, Poole after 7 and half hours in labour. We couldn't be more in love!

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Bournemouth Echo: XxxXxx
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From Catherine Williams and Darren Williams

Baby's full nameArlo Paul Williams

Baby's date of birth15.04.2020

Place of birthSalisbury hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 9oz

Names of any siblingsHarper

Tell us your birth story8 days overdue, I went into labour with my second child, giving birth to a beautiful baby boy at Salisbury District Hospital. Despite the uncertainty leading up to Arlo’s birth, it all went well and my husband Darren was able to stay with me throughout. The midwives were all fantastic and I will always be so grateful as to how calm and caring they all were during these uncertain times. We were able to take Arlo home the same day and lived in our little bubble as a new family of 4 for two weeks until Darren’s paternity leave ended. We were able to enjoy some quality family time but it felt very strange not being able to see friends or family during this time, but it made time together as the four of us even more special. Despite having a baby during lockdown, we continued to focus on all the positives and so grateful to have Harper and Arlo to enable us to do this in what has been a very challenging time.

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Bournemouth Echo: Arlo at 8 weeks old, such a happy and content little boy.Arlo at 8 weeks old, such a happy and content little boy.
Bournemouth Echo: First day as a family of 4.First day as a family of 4.

From Charlotte and Kenny Wareham

Baby's full nameRudy Harry Wareham

Baby's date of birth29th March 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital Poole

Weight of baby7lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy husband Kenny and I were expecting our baby 17th March, but he didn’t make his appearance until 12 days later. Rudy is our first child and we were excited for his arrival, but Covid 19 changed everything. My maternity leave was already underway but being pregnant I was now restricted on who I could see and what I could do. Rules and restrictions changed in the maternity hospital and my mum could no longer be my second birth partner. Everything I had envisaged was different. Giving birth during the pandemic meant no visitors, no hands on help once home, and, little supplies left in the shops! But as much as there were cons, there were so many pros. Our little bubble was completely undisturbed. The excitement of finding gifts left on the doorstep, visitors at our window and we connected with friends and family via video calls. Plus, my husband is still working from home which means we get to have him around for that little bit longer than paternity leave would usually allow! It’s been a crazy few months but lockdown has given us precious time together to make memories that will last a lifetime.

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Bournemouth Echo: Rudy, three weeks old, with Mum and Dad.Rudy, three weeks old, with Mum and Dad.
Bournemouth Echo: Rudy, six weeks old.Rudy, six weeks old.

From Sarah and Mark Hickson

Baby's full nameJacob Daniel Hickson

Baby's date of birth26/03/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby7lb3

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyJacob Daniel Hickson was born 3 days into lockdown on 26th March, 3 weeks early. We waited 5 years and went through 3 rounds of IVF and 2 miscarriages to get him, he was worth the wait and had brought so much joy to our families during such weird and uncertain times. The only sad part is that no one has been able to cuddle him yet after waiting so long for him to be here.

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Bournemouth Echo: Jacob 2 days oldJacob 2 days old
Bournemouth Echo: Totally worth the waitTotally worth the wait

From Kirsty and Matthew Sholem

Baby's full nameHudson Sholem

Baby's date of birthApril 2nd, 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsNA

Tell us your birth storyKirsty said: "It has since been difficult to introduce him to family and friends through the window but so excited to hold him at some point!"

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Bournemouth Echo: Holding new life in your hands brings hope.Holding new life in your hands brings hope.
Bournemouth Echo: Blissfully unaware he was born during lockdown.Blissfully unaware he was born during lockdown.

From Rose Courage and Pete Barton

Baby's full nameDaisy Rose Courage

Baby's date of birth06.04.2020

Place of birthHome birth in Bournemouth

Weight of baby7.11lbs

Names of any siblingsAlfie Thomas Courage (one and a half years old)

Tell us your birth storyDaisy was born a few weeks after we went into lockdown I was really hoping to have a homebirth so that my fiance could stay with me for the whole birth. I was so happy we managed to have a homebirth with no pain relief. It was a really calm and amazing birth. Daisy was born at 10.50pm, the first midwife got to us at 10.15 and the second midwife ten minutes before Daisy was born. Our midwives were just amazing we would love to thank Jo Shepard from Southbourne Children’s Center especially she is our NHS hero!

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Bournemouth Echo: Daisy Rose CourageDaisy Rose Courage
Bournemouth Echo: Meeting her cousin Ella and Auntie Lucy through the windowMeeting her cousin Ella and Auntie Lucy through the window

From Simone Coe and Jamie.

Baby's full namePixie Coe

Baby's date of birth08/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on Wednesday 6th May and contractions started, I was in pain for 2 days. Hubby wasn’t allowed in (which was probably better as he would have annoyed me) but after 2 days I asked my consultant for a C-section as I didn’t want to endure any more pain. On the morning god Fri 8th May I went in for a C-section which was fab. My husband came in with me and we went through the experience together. The midwives and Surgeons were amazing (we kept thanking them) when we heard our baby cry we both cried, we didn’t know the sex so it was a nice surprise to find out it was a girl. We couldn’t tell when they lifted her up As the umbilical chord was in the way! Lol. I stayed in on my own with Pixie and was allowed out the next morning, the midwives could not have done more for us. Such a lovely experience in these times.

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Bournemouth Echo: Pixie CoePixie Coe
Bournemouth Echo: Our brand new family!Our brand new family!

From Sian Martin

Baby's full nameRienna Mae Iles

Baby's date of birth21/05/2020

Place of birthThe Haven Poole Hospital

Weight of baby7 pound 1oz

Names of any siblingsLeon and Jenson

Tell us your birth storyWhen I fell pregnant last year, not once would I have thought that I would of been giving birth during a pandemic. At first when the guidelines from the maternity unit were released saying no partners or visitors are aloud in the hospital unless you are in established labour, I was nervous. But the experience was from anything to worry about. The midwives were so accommodating and the maternity unit felt every safe. My fiancé got to stay with me after I had an initial examination and was with me during the whole labour and until we went home later that day. The hardest part of giving birth during a pandemic is not being able to let family/friends meet Rienna unless we go on a socially distant walk and they are still unable to cuddle her. It’s been nice however to have family time just the five of us.

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Bournemouth Echo: Brothers Leon and Jenson meeting their new baby sister at home.Brothers Leon and Jenson meeting their new baby sister at home.
Bournemouth Echo: Rienna two days oldRienna two days old

From Sophie Court and Sam Horrigan

Baby's full nameMax Horrigan

Baby's date of birth14/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8 pounds, 8.5 ounces

Names of any siblingsGeorge

Tell us your birth storyMy baby punctually arrived on his due date on 14th April at Poole Hospital. Due to the restrictions, I spent the first 4 hours without my partner but I was so well looked after by the midwives that it didn’t phase me. 5 hours later, my baby boy was born and we went home later that evening. The care and attention was exceptional and we had a really good day

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Bournemouth Echo: 6 weeks old6 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Big bro and small broBig bro and small bro

From Samantha April Gunning and John Cashin

Baby's full nameWillow Grace Cashin

Baby's date of birth07/06/2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Unit

Weight of baby9lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsRoxie-Mai and Oscar

Tell us your birth storyHaving a baby in lockdown had to be the hardest thing, her dad John Cashin was there at the birth but shortly after he had to go home me and Willow had to stay in hospital because she got taken to the NICU for 4 days because she became poorly in this time he was not allowed to visit or see his new born baby girl...as for me I needed his support and reassurance that everything would be ok.Thankfully everything is fine with our baby girl but no mum or dad should have to be separated from their newborn baby.

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Bournemouth Echo: Willow Grace CashinWillow Grace Cashin

From Alison Elverd

Baby's full nameViolet Rose Martin

Baby's date of birth20/04/20

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby5lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsHarvey James Martin

Tell us your birth storyViolet was born at the peak of the pandemic. Quick and painful birth and arrived approx 17.30 after 4hrs labour.

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Bournemouth Echo: 6 weeks old6 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Day after she was bornDay after she was born

From Natalie Stephanie Homer

Baby's full nameCharlie Kenneth Sheppard

Baby's date of birth21/03/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyCharlie was born a day before his due date by csection after 15 hours of being induced and no changes. The midwives at Poole maternity hospital were amazing and faultless! Csection was my worse nightmare and every health professional at Poole maternity made me feel at ease and nothing was ever a issue. The radio was on throughout my induction and stay at Poole maternity, hearing all the changes that were happening due to covid-19 was daunting especially after being in for so long before having Charlie. When I was relised from Poole maternity the night after was very strange with the streets and shops being empty! The lockdown has given us plenty of time to bond with our little man. Thank you to all midwives at Poole maternity that are doing a great job!

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Bournemouth Echo: Hours OldHours Old
Bournemouth Echo: 12 Weeks Old12 Weeks Old

From Angela Turner

Baby's full nameEva Willow Betty Turner

Baby's date of birth04/05/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 14

Names of any siblingsJoel and Ashton

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on May the 3rd and Eva was born my emergency c section on May 4th. (I don’t wish to disclose the details of the induction as it didn’t go to plan due to covid and changes to usual care). After the birth we were allowed time in the HDU to bond and the hospital allowed this as long as possible under their current restrictions, for which we are extremely grateful for. Despite covid I felt very well cared for on the transitional care unit, all the maternity assistants and midwives were fantastic and ensured there was minimal impact and things felt as normal as possible. I love this photo as the rainbow tie and seeing the healthcare staff in full ppe handing over our baby to my husband after two days not seeing her really epitomises what lockdown looks like.

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Bournemouth Echo: Going homeGoing home

From Daniella Breckon

Baby's full nameIsaac connell

Baby's date of birth10.05.2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby6lbs 9oz

Names of any siblingsOscar Connell and Noah connell

Tell us your birth storyInduced 3 weeks early on the 9th of may and welcomed into the world Sunday morning at 6:42 weighing 6lbs 9oz.

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Bournemouth Echo: Isaac ConnellIsaac Connell
Bournemouth Echo: Isaac and MumIsaac and Mum

From Noosha Pingarelli

Baby's full nameEnzo Santino Pingarelli

Baby's date of birth14/03/20

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lb

Names of any siblingsNico Paul Pingarelli

Tell us your birth storyEnzo came into this world on 14th March, 4 days late, after a quick birth at 9.05pm. After an overnight stay, he was welcomed by his proud big brother Nico, who had recently turned 3, and was also lucky enough to meet both sets of his grandparents once before the country was put into lockdown. It's been a strange and challenging journey, different to that of our first child, but on a positive note we have been grateful for the special time we've had together as a family of 4.

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Bournemouth Echo: Enzo and his big brother NicoEnzo and his big brother Nico
Bournemouth Echo: 12 weeks old12 weeks old

From Daisy Rose Pritchard

Baby's full nameArthur William Manville

Baby's date of birth24/04/2020

Place of birthRoyal Sussex County

Weight of baby7 pound 6

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyAlthough my baby is not from Dorset, I am. My baby was born in my university town Brighton, 100 miles from my hometown Bournemouth where my family live. This meant they were too far away to even see him through a window. I had a 4 day labour in hospital in which I was alone for and had to stay in 2 days after alone also. My partner was allowed in for 2 hours during the birth and then was escorted out. I recently graduated from my degree and my son was born during the middle of my final law exams which were also heavily impacted by the coronavirus - not a good time to have a baby nor graduate. My son only recently met his family in Bournemouth.

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Bournemouth Echo: Arthur, 1 hour oldArthur, 1 hour old
Bournemouth Echo: Arthur and his scan photosArthur and his scan photos

From Francesca Terrell

Baby's full nameChantaya pearl Terrell

Baby's date of birth19-5-2020

Place of birthPoole Dorset

Weight of baby5lb9

Names of any siblingsCydney-jean Jenkins

Tell us your birth storyIv been blessed with my 2nd miracle baby. Was told I would never have children I had cydney Jean 14 years ago and Chantaya through the covid19 pandemic she come 3 weeks early and made my life complete

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Bournemouth Echo: Chantaya pearlChantaya pearl
Bournemouth Echo: Chantaya pearlChantaya pearl

From Hollye-anne Mckenzie and Jason

Baby's full nameSkyla Mckenzie Nash

Baby's date of birth25 April 2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby9lb 3

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyMy first child Skyla was born naturally in a water birth at 5am exactly on Saturday 25 April 2020 weighing 9lb 3. My partner Jason was able to be with me during labour, although my mum wasn’t able to due to the 1 person restriction.

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Bournemouth Echo: The day she was bornThe day she was born
Bournemouth Echo: Skyla now at just over 5 weeks old, smiling through lockdown lifeSkyla now at just over 5 weeks old, smiling through lockdown life

From Lucy watson

Baby's full namePippa-Grace Mae Hambling

Baby's date of birth30.03.2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby8lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsOliver

Tell us your birth storyI had contractions all day on the Sunday (29th) thinking they were just Braxton hicks so didn’t mention anything to my fiancé. Little did I know Pips was on her way, Pippa was born at 3:02am exactly on her due date on Monday 30th March 2020 weighing a beautiful 8lbs 4oz. She was perfectly healthy and we were home the same day. I was very lucky to have a very quick and straight forward labour. Our midwife Claire Giblin was an absolutely dream and I’m so glad we got to meet her. In the morning a few hours later I was moved up to the postnatal ward and my fiancé was sent home. Everyone there made me feel so calm and reassured and I even got to meet other mums and new babies. To all the ladies with births looming it was very “normal” as it were and I loved my birth experience still and you will too. Thank you to Poole hospital and the midwifery team!

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Bournemouth Echo: Pippa-Grace just bornPippa-Grace just born
Bournemouth Echo: Pippa-Grace 10 weeks oldPippa-Grace 10 weeks old

From Katrina De Paiva

Baby's full namePoppy De Paiva

Baby's date of birth08-06-2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsShannon Trim Libby-Rose Trim & Timmy De Paiva

Tell us your birth storyWent in to Antenatal clinic with reduce movements was 40+1 weeks pregnant, was having few contractions had a stretch and sweep done, was taken to delivery suit 15 minutes later, as contractions were coming every 5 minutes. Labour was 4hr and 42 mins all together when our gorgeous little lady was born.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleepy babySleepy baby
Bournemouth Echo: Gorgeous little lady 21hrs oldGorgeous little lady 21hrs old

From Rachel Phillips

Baby's full nameFreddie Phillips

Baby's date of birth16/05/20

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsNA

Tell us your birth storyAs soon as my beautiful baby boy arrived, all the madness happening in the world instantly disappeared

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Bournemouth Echo: Little FreddieLittle Freddie
Bournemouth Echo: Little FreddieLittle Freddie

From Claire Dunford

Baby's full nameGrayson Jay Walter

Baby's date of birth24/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby9lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyBaby Grayson was born in Poole hospital at 11:09am on 24/05/2020. I just wanted to say an huge thank you to all the staff at Poole hospital who cared for Grayson and I, it was scary enough having our 1st child during this difficult and uncertain time, but on top of that Grayson had to spend 4 days in NICU due to a few complications, but you all made us feel as comfortable as possible and the level of care was just outstanding. So thank you.

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Bournemouth Echo: Handsome manHandsome man
Bournemouth Echo: "night fever" already got the dance moves sussed."night fever" already got the dance moves sussed.

From Angela Goldie

Baby's full nameMeadow May Downer

Baby's date of birth15/04/2020

Place of birthDorset County Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsMaddison,Darcey, Rainey,Nevaeh,Sienna,Bear, Binky

Tell us your birth storyI went in on the 14th April to be induced I had to go on my own as partners wasn’t allowed in till you were in active labour. I also had broke my foot in 5 places 6 weeks before so I was feeling very vulnerable as I couldn’t walk. I had a pessary put in and just waited. Around 16.30 I was getting Contractions so I asked for a early epidural. Once epidural was in my partner came in. Around 1.am contractions were getting really bad and I needed to push. 3 pushes later my baby girl was born.

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Bournemouth Echo: Wearing rainbows to support the nhs.Wearing rainbows to support the nhs.
Bournemouth Echo: Just born ????Just born ????

From Danielle mizen

Baby's full namePearl Florence

Baby's date of birth22/05/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 11oz

Names of any siblingsLilly-Rose & Mayzee

Tell us your birth storyEnded up being 13days late! Went in to hospital to be induced, baby turned at the last minute and ended up being breech, they tried to turn baby but resulted in having to have an emergency caesarean. Can’t thank all the midwifes and doctors enough that day, they where all amazing!

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Bournemouth Echo: Our beautiful PearlOur beautiful Pearl

From Alannah Chant

Baby's full nameMaisie Jayne Blinkhorn

Baby's date of birth20-01/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsSummer, Amelia and Bruce

Tell us your birth storyMaisie was born before the reality of lockdown began. Like all mums I had all these special things planned for her and I during this time, especially due to her being my last baby. Although none of these have been able to happen I see her as my little miracle. If I hadn’t of been on maternity leave I would have been front line on a Covid ward as my usual admissions ward was turned into one and my eldest 2 children would have had to go and stay with their dad for the duration. The only down side to all of this is Maisie has only met her older brother 4 times in her 5 months of life and we cannot wait to reunite them all!

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Bournemouth Echo: One Smiley Happy BabyOne Smiley Happy Baby
Bournemouth Echo: The last time I had a kiss from mybig brother.The last time I had a kiss from mybig brother.

From Sebrina Drew

Baby's full nameDarwin Drew

Baby's date of birth09.05.2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsSapphire, Acacia & Ophelia

Tell us your birth storyPlease read my blog with my birth story in covid-19 https://thelittlebeansorganicclothingcompany.co.uk/blogs/f/my-covid-19-birth-story

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Bournemouth Echo: DarwinDarwin
Bournemouth Echo: Sebrina and Maxwell first few seconds with DarwinSebrina and Maxwell first few seconds with Darwin

From Stacey maidment

Baby's full nameiyla-rose

Baby's date of birth08/06/20

Place of birthAt home

Weight of baby10lb

Names of any siblingsNoah , Rocco , Freddie

Tell us your birth storyiyla-rose was born at our home at 8:55am on the 8th of June. She was born 9 days over due date, after a 1 hour 15 minute labour with no pain relief. She’s already showing her brothers who’s boss and she’s settled in to the family.

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Bournemouth Echo: iyla-roseiyla-rose

From Debbie Evand

Baby's full nameLyla Evans

Baby's date of birth04/03/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby9lbs 6.5oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyLyla was born by c-section but due to developing an infection had a 5 day stay in hospital. After a week at home, lock down started. The family got cuddles when she was a week old but has been waiting for more ever since.

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Bournemouth Echo: 3 months old, all dressed up with nowhere to go.3 months old, all dressed up with nowhere to go.

From leona kelly

Baby's full nameMarley Taylor

Baby's date of birth7/5/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsAlfie Charlie Tommy

Tell us your birth storyHaving a high risk pregnancy and looking at having a 5th csection was scary enough, i started my pregnancy with little support from doctors etc then lockdown happened! I was so scared I'd have to go in alone but about a week before he arrived we were told daddy could be there! We were so happy! I was only in for 24 hours and since being home the care again has been lacking, baby had severe tongue tie which affected his breathing but now he's doing amazing after going private to get it divided ????

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Bournemouth Echo: Lockdown lazinessLockdown laziness

From Jasmyne Holly Williams

Baby's full nameArlo Stephen Williams

Baby's date of birth08/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb7oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was staying in Southampton with my boyfriend and his family. One evening we were having dinner and my waters broke. We rushed down to Poole Hospital as that’s where I was having my boy. I was in hospital for 2 days before going into labour. Once I was, my mum came in and helped me through it all! Then at 9:42 Wednesday morning, Arlo Stephen Williams was born! I had an amazing birthing experience and the midwives were amazing!

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Bournemouth Echo: Arlo’s first smileArlo’s first smile
Bournemouth Echo: A few hours oldA few hours old

From James & Claire Ridout

Baby's full nameKara Emilia

Baby's date of birth24 March 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs

Names of any siblingsToby Ridout

Tell us your birth storyKara was born the day after lockdown was announced, just before all the restrictions started at the hospital.

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Bournemouth Echo: Kara in her baby bouncerKara in her baby bouncer
Bournemouth Echo: Kara in her playpenKara in her playpen

From Clio Davies

Baby's full nameCalissa Eve Sparks

Baby's date of birth28th May 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital, St Mary's Maternity

Weight of baby6lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyAt 39+2 my waters broke at midnight and contractions started 15 minutes later. Due to reduced movements the hospital asked me to come in at 3am where my partner Steve had to wait in the car due to Covid-19 restrictions for the next hour while I was examined. He was let in around 4am and then sent away again at 7am due to the restrictions as I wasn't quite yet in active labour. 2 hours later I was re-examined and my partner was called back in as I was 7cm dilated. Callie arrived naturally at 1.35pm with the aid of gas & air and pethidine. After concerns she may be a larger baby early on in my pregnancy we were surprised to discover she was only 6lb 4oz but perfectly healthy in every way. Due to no complications we were lucky to be discharged the same evening and fortunate that my labour had been quick allowing Steve to stay with us as much as was possible in the current circumstances.

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Bournemouth Echo: Callie at 9 days oldCallie at 9 days old

From Bailee Waters

Baby's full nameLottie Pearl Waters

Baby's date of birth21/03/1996

Place of birthPoole St Mary’s maternity

Weight of baby6lbs 14oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyI went into hospital on the 19th to be induced, ended up having Lottie On the 21st March at 18.13pm, I was in hospital till the 22nd which happened to to my birthday and Mother’s Day, unfortunately they had stopped visitors at this point and I was only allowed 1 birthing partner, but the midwives and doctors were amazing. Then the lockdown actually started on the 23rd so I was unable to show my baby off, even to my family and even to the point that health visitors and midwives stopped making home visits unless it was completely necessary and even then you had to go back down to the maternity. Having a baby during lockdown has been hard because you cant just go out and do what you want, but it has just given me plenty of quality time to spend with my daughter.

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Bournemouth Echo: Loves showing off her gummy smileLoves showing off her gummy smile
Bournemouth Echo: When she was 3 weeks oldWhen she was 3 weeks old

From Emily Hibberd

Baby's full nameTheo Miles Coppard

Baby's date of birth15/05/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby7Ib 6oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Theo getting ready to go home! ????Baby Theo getting ready to go home! ????

From Beckie Crane

Baby's full nameSelby Ray David Crane

Baby's date of birth20/05/2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby5lb 13

Names of any siblingsBrett, Charlie, Phoebe, Darla, Frankie and Oakley

Tell us your birth storyAfter my waters broke at 35 weeks I was admitted to hospital and had a covid swab taken. I spent a week in hospital and had steroid injections, the decision was made for me to have a C-section at 36 weeks. My little boy arrived at 3:53pm on the 20/05/2020. We spent 4 days in HDU and TCU where the staff where amazing and so comforting.

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Bournemouth Echo: Selby CraneSelby Crane
Bournemouth Echo: Mummies boyMummies boy

From Stephanie lees

Baby's full nameLincoln Robert Brian Lees

Baby's date of birth08/06/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb5oz

Names of any siblingsHonor, Tao and Aria

Tell us your birth storyI was feeling very fearful of the whole experience because of the circumstances. I had to go to a different hospital as the one I had delivered my other three children was closed. Thankfully for me, they put me at ease from the get go. This little man was born at 00.33 and we were home by 8 am.

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Bournemouth Echo: Few hours oldFew hours old
Bournemouth Echo: A sleep after being fed.A sleep after being fed.

From Amie steverson

Baby's full nameMarshall Douglas cronk

Baby's date of birth25/05/20

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsJamie,Josh,lilli-May,lilly-Anne and George

Tell us your birth storyMarshall was due June 12th 6 days after we were suppose to get married so far since lockdown we have had our wedding postponed and our baby has been born

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Bournemouth Echo: Just been bornJust been born

From Francesca weston

Baby's full nameLoui John Franco Ganson

Baby's date of birth14th May 2020

Place of birthPoole mertinity

Weight of baby8lb

Names of any siblingsIsabella and Mia

Tell us your birth storyI had my beautiful son on the 14th May 2020 @11.35pm. All the midwives there were so kind and helpful. They kept me so calm as I was on my own till I went to the delivery word. Iv never felt so safe with having my baby boy during this hard time in life. Thank you too all the midwives there, you all are amazing!!!

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Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful children, Isabella mia louiMy beautiful children, Isabella mia loui
Bournemouth Echo: Loui GansonLoui Ganson

From Chloe Berry

Baby's full nameMargot and Wren Berry

Baby's date of birthMay 28, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 8oz and 6lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsFrida (age 6) and Greta (age 4)

Tell us your birth storyTwins born via natural delivery. Margot - twin 1 - back to back and Wren - twin 2 - breech. In hospital for a week as Margot needed treatment for jaundice but now a happy family of 6 at home.

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Bournemouth Echo: L-R Wren and MargotL-R Wren and Margot

From Sarah Bennett

Baby's full nameOliver Cowen

Baby's date of birthApril 4, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsLily & Lottie

Tell us your birth storyPoole maternity were amazing, I went in to be induced but they found my baby was breach, so they had to turn him. I then had my waters broken by the consultant. I was in labour for hours and hours and then had to have an emergency C-section as he was stuck. The care I received during my time in hospital was amazing. I felt safe and cared for by each person I met. They wore their PPE at all times but apart from that, you wouldn't have thought we were in the middle of a pandemic.

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Bournemouth Echo: Oliver at two hours oldOliver at two hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Just about to leave hospital to meet his siblings.Just about to leave hospital to meet his siblings.

From Gemma Marrow

Baby's full nameSidney Michael James Marrow

Baby's date of birthMay 17, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsBuster

Tell us your birth storyarriving via emergency C-Section at Poole Maternity Unit on 17/5/20. It was a difficult not having my husband with me on the postnatal ward after labour. Both or our parents are desperate to hold their new grandson, hopefully they can have a cuddle in the not so distant future! We’d like to say a massive thank you to the NHS who administered care for mum & baby through the whole process, they were amazing!

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Bournemouth Echo: Dad- Nick, Mum - Gemma, Buster & SidneyDad- Nick, Mum - Gemma, Buster & Sidney
Bournemouth Echo: Big brother Buster and baby SidneyBig brother Buster and baby Sidney

From Benjamin Luke Mountney

Baby's full nameMiles George Mountney

Baby's date of birthMay 3, 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby7lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsJasper Luke Mountney

Tell us your birth storyAlthough originally planning a home birth, two weeks before the due date Georgina Mountney, Miles’ mother, was admitted to hospital for monitoring. After two days in hospital without any visits, the decision was made by doctors to deliver the baby. Once on the delivery suite, I was reunited with George for the end of the labour. After a straight forward labour with no complications, we were joined by little baby Miles!

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Bournemouth Echo: Baby Miles George Mountney safe back homeBaby Miles George Mountney safe back home
Bournemouth Echo: Baby Miles George Mountney, all cleaned up after his first bath.Baby Miles George Mountney, all cleaned up after his first bath.

From Lisa Malyon-Montague

Baby's full nameEmilia Grace Isla Montague

Baby's date of birthMay 15, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsGrace Isla Oliver

Tell us your birth storyHad an elective C section. Was nice relaxed time. Considering the current pandemic. Staff were really friendly and I was well looked after and in a bubble and it didnt feel like we were in a pandemic whilst in hospital. Great help with breast feeding. Am now getting used to life with 4 children and getting used to a new way of life.

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Bournemouth Echo: My beautiful EmiliaMy beautiful Emilia
Bournemouth Echo: My family of fourMy family of four

From Jessica Matthews

Baby's full nameArthur Chesney

Baby's date of birth19/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity Hospital

Weight of baby4lbs 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOn Saturday 18th April at only 33 weeks pregnant, my waters broke whilst in the middle of moving house. Despite all the midwives efforts to slow down the early arrival, Arthur decided he was definitely making an appearance and clearly couldn’t wait! He had a very speedy arrival at 14:32 on Sunday 19th April and was immediately whizzed off to NICU where they took tremendous care of him for 3 and a half weeks. We cannot thank them enough for all they did, they are true superheroes! 7 weeks on and we are extremely proud parents of such a gorgeous boy who fought hard initially but is now thriving. We can’t wait until the day we can properly introduce him to friends and family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Very proud parents leaving NICU at last with Arthur.Very proud parents leaving NICU at last with Arthur.
Bournemouth Echo: 6 and a half weeks old and he finally reached his due date!6 and a half weeks old and he finally reached his due date!

From Lisa Bennett

Baby's full nameZiggy Legge

Baby's date of birthApril 5, 2020

Place of birthThe Haven Suite at St Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby9lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyWith all the madness we’re going through right now, having a baby during these uncertain times can add to the anxiety and stresses childbirth can bring to us anyway. But, even with the added restrictions regarding partners and no visitors, I can honestly say the team at St Mary’s Haven Suite were absolutely incredible and made my partner and I completely at ease and well looked after. If anything, we forgot about the crazy world outside and were given an incredible experience. I gave birth to my beautiful baby boy in the early hours with the help and guidance from my amazing midwife, Sonia. As painful as it was, I’d do it all again and be just as grateful for the time, care and attention we were given. Thank you doesn’t come close to how utterly grateful I am to Sonia, Lauren and all the staff at St Mary's. Things haven't exactly been easy since the birth, but if there's a silver lining it's that we've had Ziggy all to ourselves for two months. Now we are very much looking forward to finally introducing him to family and friends soon.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ziggy entered the world at 2.33am on the 5th of April.Ziggy entered the world at 2.33am on the 5th of April.
Bournemouth Echo: Lockdown may not have been easy but little Ziggy is taking it in his stride and is a happy little chap. Mostly!Lockdown may not have been easy but little Ziggy is taking it in his stride and is a happy little chap. Mostly!

From Bianca Ruggieri-Kennedy

Baby's full nameLorenzo-Armando Anthony Kennedy-Ferguson

Baby's date of birthMay 19, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsMaria-Teresa Angiolina Tanatswa Ruggieri-kennedy

Tell us your birth storyOur baby Lorenzo was due on 18th and came one day later. Not only was it a traumatic labour but during lockdown it was made harder by not having my partner there through it all. But thankfully he arrived at 17.57 on the 19th, with my partner by our side. Lorenzo-Armando has brought happiness to our family during these uncertain times.

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Bournemouth Echo: "I can't even itch my ear in peace!""I can't even itch my ear in peace!"
Bournemouth Echo: Milk drunk - the best feeling in the worldMilk drunk - the best feeling in the world

From Cassy royle

Baby's full nameJaxon James Griffiths

Baby's date of birth15/03/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsAshley and Elsie

Tell us your birth storyJaxon was born just before the full lockdown but was taken straight to NICU where he remained for 12 days. I stayed on the ward with him. It was very different to my previous experiences with no visitors allowed. On the last day, all dads had to leave as well. We were already very scared having an unwell baby and the world was changing every day. My partner would come back to the hospital and told me how different the outside world was compared when we arrived, when only small measures had been put in place. We were not expecting such long stay and I didn’t see my two other children for 12 days, apart from on FaceTime.

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Bournemouth Echo: Jaxon happy and healthy 11 weeks oldJaxon happy and healthy 11 weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: 3 days old in NICU at Poole hospital3 days old in NICU at Poole hospital

From Charlotte madden

Baby's full nameIvor mulholland

Baby's date of birth03/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsIsabella, Harriet, Matilda

Tell us your birth storyIvor was brought in to the world on the April 3 at 00.15. The midwife Lauren who looked after me while I was in labour and delivered Ivor, was fantastic. I want to thank my midwife Annalise who looked after me during my pregnancy.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ivor at four days oldIvor at four days old
Bournemouth Echo: Ivor and his three big sisters.Ivor and his three big sisters.

From Ami Lucas

Baby's full nameCharlie Edward Marius Merisan

Baby's date of birth26.05.2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby6lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsKarina and Evelyn

Tell us your birth storyCharlie is our rainbow baby as well as our lockdown baby. I went in to hospital on the Sunday to be induced and Charlie made his appearance after a little extra help from the doctors in the early hours of Tuesday morning. We can’t thank the staff at Poole enough for the care they gave throughout. We are pleased to be back home all safe and enjoying our time as a family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our precious rainbow baby born in the lockdownOur precious rainbow baby born in the lockdown
Bournemouth Echo: Our precious rainbow baby born in the lockdownOur precious rainbow baby born in the lockdown

From Kelly Boyce

Baby's full nameMia Lila Boyce

Baby's date of birth29/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby5lb 4oz

Names of any siblings

Tell us your birth storyI had absolutely the best care from the midwives and nurses in Poole Maternity Hospital, especially with everything going on right now. I was really nervous of how it would be without my husband, but the women on the wards were so supportive and we all helped each other. Amazingly Covid19 seems to have brought out the best in many people and my experience was a fantastic one. There will certainly be many stories to tell Mia about 2020 when she grows up!!!

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Bournemouth Echo: A happy sleeping MiaA happy sleeping Mia
Bournemouth Echo: Mia at just eight hours oldMia at just eight hours old

From Abbie Alicia Hawkins

Baby's full nameKiara Maria Lock

Baby's date of birth30 April 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyThe most amazing experience despite the coronavirus, but we’ve been strong and still managing to enjoy my beautiful baby girl.

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Bournemouth Echo: My babyMy baby
Bournemouth Echo: My KiaraMy Kiara

From Liam Tickner

Baby's full nameEdison Dennis Tickner

Baby's date of birth30/04/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby4lb

Names of any siblingsAiden 7, Dylan 6 and Archie 2

Tell us your birth storyMy wife and I decided to move to my mum's house at the beginning of lockdown so there would be more space for the kids to run around, as we live in a small flat, and my mum has a garden. We expected to live there until Edison was born, which should have been three months, however, Edison was born seven weeks and four days early - his due date was 21/06/20. Eddie was born at 4ib and in NICU for 18 days. We are all home now, in our flat and enjoying our time together before I go back to work. Best paternity ever, kind of!

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Bournemouth Echo: Walk in the forest - 06/06/2020Walk in the forest - 06/06/2020
Bournemouth Echo: Edison under a lamp to help clear his jaundice - 01/05/2020Edison under a lamp to help clear his jaundice - 01/05/2020

From Kadi Evans

Baby's full nameEleanor Lynne Evans

Baby's date of birth1st May 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsElijah Evans and Elizabeth Evans

Tell us your birth storyI went into labour naturally on the 30th of April and headed into the hospital at 11.30pm. We were greeted by a wonderful midwife. As it was our third baby, we figured we'd be in and out quickly as the other two were fast. But nearly 24 hours later, Eleanor was born via an emergency C section at 17.45. Whilst it may not had been what we wanted or expected, Eleanor is perfect. The hospital were great. She was my dinky one at 7lb 8oz, my other two were both over 9lb.

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Bournemouth Echo: Elijah, Elizabeth and EleanorElijah, Elizabeth and Eleanor
Bournemouth Echo: Eleanor Lynne EvansEleanor Lynne Evans

From Barry Debenham

Baby's full nameAvery Lara Debenham

Baby's date of birth21/03/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 2oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyMy little girl was born two days before the official lockdown started but, due to complications, we couldn't take her home for 48 hours. It's been difficult not having friends and family able to meet Avery, but we are grateful for the support and love we've received from afar. Being furloughed has come at a good time for me and I've learnt years of being a father in just 11 weeks, but I can't wait for life to get back to normal.

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Bournemouth Echo: Playtime with DaddyPlaytime with Daddy
Bournemouth Echo: Avery at 11 weeks oldAvery at 11 weeks old

From Maisy Bovett

Baby's full nameFlorence Lavender Kerr Bovett

Baby's date of birth12/05/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsEdwin James Kerr Bovett

Tell us your birth storyBeautiful Florence was born via a very relaxed C section at Poole Hospital on the 12th May at 16.38. All was well and we were home at 17.00 the next day. A very positive experience even during the pandemic!

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Bournemouth Echo: Florence LavenderFlorence Lavender

From Chloe Ponting

Baby's full nameEvie Dorothy Saint

Baby's date of birth2nd June 2020

Place of birthPrincess Anne Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyOur little Evie had a dramatic entrance by emergency C section after giving us a little bit of a scare.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our beautiful little Evie, she’s happy, healthy and has the biggest eyes!Our beautiful little Evie, she’s happy, healthy and has the biggest eyes!

From Kimberley Rogers

Baby's full nameLaith Lammali

Baby's date of birth16/04/2020

Place of birthPoole hospital

Weight of baby9lb

Names of any siblingsIshaq, Khalid, Faris and Ayah

Tell us your birth storyI'm a childminder and a mother of five and my fifth was due on 07/04/2020. My planned date to go on maternity leave was 27th March, which turned out to be the last day the children were at school. While waiting for Laith to be born, our anxiety was high and we all decided to self-isolate for fear of catching Covid19. Laith was born safely on 16/04/20 at Poole hospital. The worry of the virus kept me up at night, but being in the maternity unit felt like a safe space, which helped while having Laith.

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Bournemouth Echo: Laith Lammali, 16/04/2020Laith Lammali, 16/04/2020

From Bridie Niman

Baby's full nameNaia Niman

Baby's date of birth15/5/20

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsNo siblings

Tell us your birth storyBorn in Poole Hospital, she arrived 13 days late after being induced. Staff in the labour unit were wonderful. I needed a ventouse in the end as we were unaware of how big she was!

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Bournemouth Echo: Naia's first bath!Naia's first bath!
Bournemouth Echo: Three weeks old!Three weeks old!

From Jessica Churchill

Baby's full nameCharles Russell Harvey

Baby's date of birth2/4/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby9lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsTheodore Harvey

Tell us your birth storyI was due to have a home birth however I went to Poole hospital to be monitored for reduced movements. I was already in early labour. Due to having a long standing cough, I had to give birth in isolation and alone. I also had a toddler at home. After a quick two hour labour, baby baby was born. It was very difficult having a newborn and toddler during lockdown mental health wise, but now we're coming out the other side an able to see people at a social distance.

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Bournemouth Echo: Charles at nine weeks oldCharles at nine weeks old
Bournemouth Echo: Just a few hours oldJust a few hours old

From Alice wildman

Baby's full nameColby Thomas Wildman Rose

Baby's date of birth08/04/20

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsIsla and Riley

Tell us your birth storyI was induced at Poole Hospital, which was one of scariest things. I had to go on my own until in active labour then the father was allowed to join us. Poole maternity were amazing and I can’t thank them enough for the support and how lovely everyone was during such a difficult time.

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Bournemouth Echo: ColbyColby

From Lauren Isaacs

Baby's full nameRiley Dianne Isaacs

Baby's date of birthMay 21, 2020

Place of birthAt home

Weight of baby8lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsJames, Ashley and Oscar

Tell us your birth storyWondering if home births would still be going ahead during lockdown, we were worried who would look after our other children if we had to rush to hospital and concerned if my husband would be allowed to be with me. Our beautiful daughter was delivered at home in the early hours of the morning. Thankfully the children slept through and woke up to a new baby sister. My wonderful midwives encouraged and reassured me throughout my pregnancy and the birth. This was another positive memory of the lockdown period.

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Bournemouth Echo: Riley sleeping soundlyRiley sleeping soundly

From Chloe Baldwin

Baby's full nameBrooke Baldwin-Bennetton

Baby's date of birthMarch 27th, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsLeo Baldwin-Lofthouse

Tell us your birth storyI gave birth to my beautiful daughter the day after lockdown commenced. I was induced three days early. The midwives were fantastic. I stayed in hospital for two days and we eventually went home on the third day. I am delighted to say that I am exclusively breastfeeding with the help from my sister who spent hours video chatting to guide me. Having a baby in lockdown was bitter sweet. I was happy because all I needed to worry about was my daughter, sleep and eating and didn’t need to worry about visitors. However, as much as I have enjoyed having my daughter all to myself, her whole family have only met her through car windows, patio doors and Facetime. Now I long for the day I can have an overcrowded house full of family and laughter, and for my daughter to meet her family. At times I have felt isolated and alone, but keeping my daughter, my family and everyone in the UK safe is of the upmost importance. To all the parents out there in the same situation, they are only little once and these times are precious.

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Bournemouth Echo: My son Leo, and my daughter Brooke.My son Leo, and my daughter Brooke.
Bournemouth Echo: Photo of me, my son Leo and daughter Brooke, taken by their Grandma in the New Forest.Photo of me, my son Leo and daughter Brooke, taken by their Grandma in the New Forest.

From Zoe Day

Baby's full nameMolly Mae Day

Baby's date of birthApril 18th, 2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblings.

Tell us your birth storyMolly Mae Day arrived at 19.27pm on Saturday 18th April 2020 weighing 6lb 6oz at the Haven birth centre in Poole and we can’t thank the NHS midwives enough for the care we received in the middle of the pandemic. Mummy and Daddy and her brother and sisters are totally smitten with her and can’t wait to introduce her to all our family and friends.

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Bournemouth Echo: Molly-Mae DayMolly-Mae Day
Bournemouth Echo: Molly-Mae DayMolly-Mae Day

From Kirsty Elms

Baby's full nameAmelia Rose Harvey

Baby's date of birthMay 19th, 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 14oz

Names of any siblingsSophia Rose Harvey

Tell us your birth storyAmelia Rose was born in very scary Covid19 times. She was breech, so she was born via an elective C-section. She has put smiles on all our faces, even though most of the family still can’t meet her at these difficult times.

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Bournemouth Echo: Amelia chilling outAmelia chilling out
Bournemouth Echo: Amelia still relaxing in lockdownAmelia still relaxing in lockdown

From Tauren Lawton

Baby's full nameAlfie-John

Baby's date of birthMarch 20th, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyGave birth and had to stay for eight days with Alfie because he had suspected sepsis and an abnormal ECG. He has been in the Poole Hospital Children's Unit twice since with Wolff Parkinsions White syndrome and super ventricular tachycardia as his heart rate went to 303bpm. Alfie-John is doing really now as his condition is being managed with medicine and regular appointments.

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Bournemouth Echo: One hour oldOne hour old
Bournemouth Echo: Two months oldTwo months old

From Natasha Baker

Baby's full nameFreya Evelyn

Baby's date of birthMay 28th, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsAlexis and Leila Baker

Tell us your birth storyI went into Poole hospital 27/05 for my induction. I was taken on to the labour ward at 5pm and was told I could call my husband Darryl to join me. My waters were broken at 7.30pm but due to a lack of progression I was put on a hormone drip. The contractions were constant and by 4am I asked for an epidural. However within 90 mins two doctors were checking the babies heart rate, I was told she was in distress and her heart rate was dipping after each contraction and taking a while to recover. We were told if I didn't progress quickly I would need an emergency C-section. Within 15 minutes I had the urge to push and 11 minutes later our beautiful daughter entered the world. The midwife throughout was amazing, and kept me focused. Not once did I think about the Covid19 situation and other than the PPE, there was no real differences. this was by far the most supportive labour I have had.

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Bournemouth Echo: Freya and IFreya and I
Bournemouth Echo: Doting sistersDoting sisters

From Laura Huntley

Baby's full nameEmily Beatrice Huntley

Baby's date of birth12/5/2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsMatilda

Tell us your birth storyEmily arrived at 37 weeks and unfortunately needed some help with her oxygen levels so spent 12 days in Poole NICU. Despite the pandemic, the staff were amazing and the care we received was outstanding throughout my pregnancy and our time in hospital. We are now enjoying family time together with her big sister Matilda. Giving birth during a pandemic was challenging, especially when you don’t have the support of loved ones and visitors.

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Bournemouth Echo: Emily and big sister MatildaEmily and big sister Matilda
Bournemouth Echo: Emily at homeEmily at home

From Charlotte Kempsell

Baby's full nameBeatrix Susan Heather Kempsell

Baby's date of birthMarch 27th, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby10lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsMatilda Kempsell

Tell us your birth storyI was two weeks overdue and booked in for a C-section. I went into hospital for some pain relief but luckily I was far enough along to labour in the water with my husband by my side. Trixie arrived into this world at 1:22 am. My husband wasn't allowed on the recovery ward, but it was a lovely atmosphere. All the curtains were open and everyone was chatting, the complete opposite to my last birth. We went home around lunchtime whenTrixie was introduced to her big sister Matilda.

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Bournemouth Echo: Mum, Dad and our new arrival BeatrixMum, Dad and our new arrival Beatrix
Bournemouth Echo: Big sister Matilda loving her new little sister BeatrixBig sister Matilda loving her new little sister Beatrix

From Luke Watkins

Baby's full nameOlivia Maggie Watkins

Baby's date of birthApril 3, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 3oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyHaving restrictions on our final scan, during labour and recovery was always going to be tough, but the staff at Poole Hospital made every moment special, and made us feel we were the only people that mattered. Eight weeks on there are still family and friends who have only met Olivia through the window and we are desperate to introduce her to the world. We are so appreciative of a beautiful, healthy daughter and the NHS, which has got us so far. Having a baby in a global pandemic and isolation is something we could never have prepared for, but our daughter has brought so much joy in such a worrying time, we are eternally grateful.

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Bournemouth Echo: First night at homeFirst night at home
Bournemouth Echo: Taken on the day I was bornTaken on the day I was born

From Rachel Spender

Baby's full nameJoseph Edward Spender-Leonard

Baby's date of birthApril 24, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyWe planned to have our baby at Bournemouth Birth Centre but about a month before my due date this facility was closed due to the coronavirus. We then planned to have a home birth as we wanted to avoid hospitals if possible. Unfortunately due to complications in labour I was rushed to Poole Hospital in an ambulance. The staff where always wearing PPE and so supportive in such a difficult time especially with my fear of hospitals. I had a complicated labour and in the end had to have an emergency C-section. After giving birth dad got to spend about three hours with with myself and Joseph before he had to leave. We went home three days later. The midwives who looked after us were amazing and kept us as safe as they could from any risks.

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Bournemouth Echo: Josephs first smileJosephs first smile
Bournemouth Echo: Joseph a few hours after being bornJoseph a few hours after being born

From Lisa Kendall

Baby's full nameIona Olivia Kendall

Baby's date of birthMarch 24, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsIyla-Rose

Tell us your birth storyBorn at 6.36am on the first day of lockdown. Spent s spent six days in hospital due to a infection and Iyla-Rose was not allowed to see daddy until the following day. She met her big sister at six days old. The staff were amazing at Poole hospital. We couldn’t thank them enough.

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Bournemouth Echo: Just after birthJust after birth
Bournemouth Echo: Happy baby growing wellHappy baby growing well

From Ali reay

Baby's full nameTroy Alfie O’Brien

Baby's date of birthApril 18, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Hospital, Poole

Weight of baby9lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsRose, Poppy, Penelope

Tell us your birth storyMy partner dropped me off at 11am and was told Sean couldn’t come in until I was on the labour ward. Sean waited in the car park. At 5pm I was brought on to the labour ward and Sean could finally come in after waiting in the car for six hours. What a relief to have him at last and then, at 20.05, I had my baby boy.

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Bournemouth Echo: My lockdown babyMy lockdown baby

From Kate Foxall

Baby's full nameOstara Bundy

Baby's date of birthMay 15, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsAthena Bundy

Tell us your birth storyThis was my miracle baby after having breast cancer four years before, and I was only given 10 per cent chance of getting pregnant. Then I was unlucky to catch Covid19 at 38 weeks pregnant, as my partner was a front line nurse. Luckily we all got better and little Ostara was born healthy during lockdown!

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Bournemouth Echo: A big thank you to the NHS for looking after usA big thank you to the NHS for looking after us
Bournemouth Echo: At one week oldAt one week old

From Emma Teagle

Baby's full nameEris Rose Teagle

Baby's date of birthMay 14, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Hospital, Poole

Weight of baby6lb 11.5oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyEris was born after an induced labour at 38 weeks. A calm and controlled start to labour became an emergency forceps delivery, but she is very much worth any struggle we have faced. Eris is a much wanted rainbow baby, following the loss of our son Lumi at 16 weeks gestation in November 2018 and another baby who we refer to as ‘Our Little Comet’ in August 2019. Despite being born in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic we received wonderful care from the midwives and all staff at the maternity unit for which we will be forever grateful.

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Bournemouth Echo: Eris at nine days oldEris at nine days old
Bournemouth Echo: Eris on her birth day.Eris on her birth day.

From Lauren Doe

Baby's full nameRonnie Ray Doe

Baby's date of birthMay 16, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby6lbs 11oz

Names of any siblingsHarvey & Freddie

Tell us your birth storyRonnie was born on the 16th May. On his cousin Olivia’s 18th Birthday he was born 18 days early. It was a very quick birth. I arrived at the Poole maternity hospital at 5.45pm and he was born at 7pm. The staff were amazing and you wouldn’t have known we were in the middle of a pandemic. Thank you to all the staff at Poole maternity, especially Tessa who delivered Ronnie and Teresa, who took over after Tessa's shift and Sharon, who did Ronnie’s observations throughout the night.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ronnie Ray DoeRonnie Ray Doe
Bournemouth Echo: Home with his brothersHome with his brothers

From Katrina Dwight

Baby's full nameAlarna Poppy Dwight

Baby's date of birthMay 2, 2020

Place of birthPoole Haven Suite

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsAlexis

Tell us your birth storyAlarna was born at 16.59 on May 2nd.

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Bournemouth Echo: AlarnaAlarna
Bournemouth Echo: AlarnaAlarna

From Katherine Terry

Baby's full nameMolly-Mae

Baby's date of birthApril 10, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsHarrison

Tell us your birth storyI celebrated my 30th birthday on 8th April. My waters broke on May 9, 18 days early. I didn’t have any contractions so carried on my day as normal. At just after 5:30 am on 10th I had my first contraction. The new rules at Poole maternity meant that only one birthing partner was allowed and only when in active labour. I was worried I would be birthing on my own so I stayed at home for as long as possible. We got to Poole maternity at 9:46 am but I couldn’t get in the main entrance because they had to keep the main doors locked. No one was answering for what felt like ages, but was only a few minutes. I was having contractions in the car park. I finally got to the room at 9.48. The midwife couldn’t actually believe that I was telling her the baby was coming. We had to get my partner in quickly so he didn’t miss the birth. Our little girl arrived at 10 am weighing 7lb 5oz.

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Bournemouth Echo: Harrison & Molly-MaeHarrison & Molly-Mae
Bournemouth Echo: My mum managed to appear at the window and take this photo just a few minutes after Molly-Mae was born.My mum managed to appear at the window and take this photo just a few minutes after Molly-Mae was born.

From Laura Eastwood

Baby's full nameLylah Wren Eastwood

Baby's date of birthApril 30, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb

Names of any siblingsJensen Jax Eastwood

Tell us your birth storyLylah came into the world very quickly and early! Our biggest concern was if my husband would be allowed at the birth and then if we had to stay in without him being able to visit. Luckily for us we were in and out in less than 12 hours and everyone was healthy. We also had to make preparations for our son to be looked after which, in lockdown, was tricky but we had a family member who self isolated just to be able to do this for us! Since then we have been busy getting used to life as a family of four. We have kept our extended family up to date on Lylah with photos and videos but have missed out on new born cuddles, however it’s a small price to pay for everyone’s health. We are looking forward to more family get togethers, trips to the cafe and family holidays. But for now cuddles at home with this new bundle and our son are enough.

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Bournemouth Echo: Home photoshoot!Home photoshoot!
Bournemouth Echo: First family selfieFirst family selfie

From Alex Kerrigan

Baby's full nameAlfie Michael Lilleker

Baby's date of birthMarch 13, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 15oz

Names of any siblingsBrooke, Samuel and Matthew

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: A few hours oldA few hours old
Bournemouth Echo: Alfie at two days oldAlfie at two days old

From Sabrina Harrison

Baby's full nameVienna-Valentina Lacy Harrison

Baby's date of birthMay 2nd, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby8lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsAidan & Luke

Tell us your birth storyI was induced and my Labour was less than two hours. All went well, the midwives were all lovely and made you feel at ease, mine was Emily. Vienna was her 100th baby she had delivered, Vienna had true knot in her cord, so we are so blessed to have her here and safe! The Midwives wore the correct PPE at all times, but it didn’t bother me - I felt it was normal and good for hygiene reasons! I was allowed to stay in the delivery room until I went home, so that was nice. This was the best experience out of all three labours.

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Bournemouth Echo: Vienna-Valentina at six days oldVienna-Valentina at six days old
Bournemouth Echo: Vienna at eight hours old and ready to go homeVienna at eight hours old and ready to go home

From Sophie Lake

Baby's full nameElsie-Mae Gilbert

Baby's date of birthApril 4, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsMia

Tell us your birth storyI had the phone call to be induced and I was really worried with everything going on! I was on my own until I had my waters broken and I was worried as Elsie is my first baby but the midwives were brilliant and made me feel so relaxed! I had an amazing experience and I would do it all again!

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Bournemouth Echo: Elsie-MaeElsie-Mae
Bournemouth Echo: This is Elsie at nine weeks oldThis is Elsie at nine weeks old

From Sarah Smith

Baby's full nameDeia Smith

Baby's date of birthMarch 19, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby7lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyDeia was due on the March 5, but came two weeks late so she could only meet her grandparents once before lockdown!

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Bournemouth Echo: Mummy, daddy and DeiaMummy, daddy and Deia
Bournemouth Echo: DeiaDeia

From Storm sapphire

Baby's full nameHarry Louis Scott Holgate

Baby's date of birthApril 17, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsKara and Luca

Tell us your birth storyWe were planning on having our baby boy at Bournemouth maternity, visit all our friends and family and share our bundle with the world but then faced so much uncertainty with the virus. We were told we would be going to Poole maternity unit, who were amazing every step of the way. having to go into hospital alone and be in a room alone, until my partner was allowed in, is scary. Our baby boy still has so many people to meet...

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Bournemouth Echo: Harry at six weeksHarry at six weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Harry just bornHarry just born

From Nicole Cornhill

Baby's full nameAmara Cornhill

Baby's date of birthApril 30, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby6lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsTheo

Tell us your birth storyI had been in and out of hospital for reduced movements over the last three weeks. Baby seemed fine until my last week when I was told I would be induced. I went into hospital and my husband waited in the car for five hours. My husband was with me for two hours and my labour was just 36 minutes. Our baby girl was born at 12:10 am. The staff were fantastic and it was nice to feel like nothing was going on in the outside world.

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Bournemouth Echo: Amara at four weeks oldAmara at four weeks old

From Laura Beale

Baby's full nameIsla Mae Beale

Baby's date of birthMarch 27, 2020

Place of birthSalisbury Hospital

Weight of baby7lbs 12oz

Names of any siblingsEllie Grace Beale

Tell us your birth storyAt our 20 week scan we found out that Isla would be born with a cleft lip/possible palate. The rest of my pregnancy wasn’t enjoyable as we were anxious about what was to come and then lockdown happened, which added to our worries! The moment Isla arrived, she was perfect and all our worries disappeared. We are very lucky that she only has a cleft lip, she will need an operation in the future when the hospitals are up and running normally again. We felt the need to share our story to educate people about clefts and show off our beautiful daughter. Cleft lip/cleft palate occurs 1 in 700 babies and isn’t caused by anything that the mother did/didn’t do during pregnancy, it’s just one of those things that happens unfortunately but with the love and support around us we know she will be okay!

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Bournemouth Echo: Our gorgeous Isla!Our gorgeous Isla!
Bournemouth Echo: Enjoying the sunshineEnjoying the sunshine

From Kelly Churchill

Baby's full nameSummer Louise Farrow and Jasmine Hope Farrow

Baby's date of birthApril 6, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby3lb 13oz and 3lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsLillie May Farrow

Tell us your birth storyI went into premature labour at 33 weeks with identical twins after a challenging pregnancy including an operation on them. They were delivered by an emergency section they spent three weeks in NICU. They met their big sister in the hospital car park at 21 days old. It’s been hard with two new babies without my family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Our first family photoOur first family photo
Bournemouth Echo: The girls at three days oldThe girls at three days old

From Michelle Scott

Baby's full nameJosiah Scott-Ross

Baby's date of birthMay 20, 2020

Place of birthSalisbury

Weight of baby8lb 5oz

Names of any siblingsMalakai Scott

Tell us your birth storyJosiah was born on the 20th May at 22:34 after going into labour on 19th May. His labour was much longer than his elder brother. He had a normal delivery with just gas and air and the birthing pool. Daddy was present at the birth.

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Bournemouth Echo: Josiah at one weekJosiah at one week
Bournemouth Echo: Brotherly loveBrotherly love

From Sophie Barnes

Baby's full nameCharlie Edward Barnes

Baby's date of birthMay 28, 2020

Place of birthPrincess Ann Hospital, Southampton

Weight of baby6.13

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI found out I was pregnant 3.4.2020 (no clues for various reasons until I did a test) and just after going into lockdown. I gave birth a week early. Baby Charlie had tied his cord in a perfect knot and was in distress so the amazing Princess Ann hospital staff were extra brilliant. He came along very quickly by natural birth after an hour of labour (half of which was in the ambulance it seems). Getting used to being new parents very quickly.

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Bournemouth Echo: Little rainbow and radish bundleLittle rainbow and radish bundle
Bournemouth Echo: Planning World domination one sleepless night at a timePlanning World domination one sleepless night at a time

From Taryn kennell

Baby's full nameBrody Leon Jax Scott

Baby's date of birthApril 7, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby8lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyBrody was born via an emergency C-section after 12.5 hours of labour. He was born at 10.25 pm on Tuesday. My partner and mum were due to be my birthing partners, however Covid19 meant just my partner was allowed to be with me. I was on my own until my waters were broken on Tuesday morning and dad had to leave four hours after Brody was born until he collected us on Thursday afternoon.

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Bournemouth Echo: All smilesAll smiles
Bournemouth Echo: Milk drunkMilk drunk

From Claire Phillips

Baby's full nameChester Arthur Phillips

Baby's date of birth13 April, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsMaisie And Florrie

Tell us your birth storyMy husband and daughters dropped me off at Poole Hospital on Sunday 12th April at 9am. My husband returned later that evening and I gave birth to Chester at 2:30 am on April 13th - the peak of the pandemic. Luke left at 6 am that morning and I was transferred to the ward where Chester and I stayed until April 15th as he was a little unresponsive. Finally Luke and my daughters picked us up in the car park, as they were not allowed in. The midwives were incredible but it was hard having no visitors for those days in hospital alone.

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Bournemouth Echo: Me with Chester in delivery suite.Me with Chester in delivery suite.
Bournemouth Echo: Maisie & Florrie meeting Chester for the first timeMaisie & Florrie meeting Chester for the first time

From Nicole Eyers

Baby's full nameOlivia George Eyers-Boreham

Baby's date of birthMay 25, 2020

Place of birthHome

Weight of baby6lb 11oz

Names of any siblings/

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Olivia GeorgeOlivia George

From Katie Louise Hern

Baby's full nameJayden Luke Eric Wells

Baby's date of birthApril 10, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsAmelia

Tell us your birth storyJayden was born three weeks early and born naturally. We spent a week in hospital, then came home. His dad held when he was one week old for the first time. We will never forget him being born during lockdown.

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Bournemouth Echo: JaydenJayden
Bournemouth Echo: Quarantine baby growQuarantine baby grow

From Elizabeth Smith

Baby's full nameRafferty Smith

Baby's date of birthApril 1, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsIsla and Eden

Tell us your birth storyRafferty was born by planned cesarean on 1st April, at the start of lockdown and during the peak of the pandemic. My husband was by my side during the birth and was able to spend a couple more hours with us before being sent away, as no visitors were allowed. Over the next 12 hours Rafferty experienced breathing problems and was taken into NICU and placed in an incubator to help him breath. It was an incredibly worrying time to go through alone. Thankfully Rafferty came off the ventilator within 24 hours and we were allowed to take him home afterfour days. His two big sisters Isla, 8 and Eden, 4 were thrilled to finally meet him in the car park when they came to collect us. I’m so thankful to all of the staff who were incredible and cared for us so wonderfully at this very strange time.

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Bournemouth Echo: First cuddles with his big sistersFirst cuddles with his big sisters
Bournemouth Echo: Safe and sound at home at five days oldSafe and sound at home at five days old

From Sunny Hills

Baby's full nameSantiago Da Silva

Baby's date of birthApril 18, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyI was induced at 41 weeks and one day. It was a fast but painful delivery from 11.30 am to him arriving at 2.59 pm and home by 9pm. The first few weeks were emotional as I was only able to speak to people on the phone and see people on FaceTime. On day five, when the midwife came to visit, she was wearing protective clothing that had to be left in a bin bag in our flat for 72 hours before we could discard it in the wheelie bin outside. Being unable to have health visitor visits and breastfeeding support felt so normal and the time but looking back, it would have been so much nicer if they were able to physically see and help us. Having my partner home for the first eight weeks of Santi’s life was such a special time which has benefited us all. It is a time we will never forget.

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Bournemouth Echo: 1 week old1 week old
Bournemouth Echo: 1 month old1 month old

From Lee Dominey

Baby's full nameElsie rose Dominey

Baby's date of birthMay 25, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 12oz

Names of any siblingsGrace and Aaden

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: #coronababy#coronababy

From Andrew short

Baby's full nameJames Anthony Short

Baby's date of birthJune 3, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb

Names of any siblingsNo

Tell us your birth storyMy missus was in labour for 24 hours. James is a bit poorly at the moment as he has an infection, but he is doing so much better now and, hopefully, he will be coming out very soon. It is hard as dad to be unable to see him. I have only seen him once at the birth. He is a little miracle and going strong and I can't wait for hugs with my little man

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Bournemouth Echo: Sleep tightSleep tight
Bournemouth Echo: Hugs with mumHugs with mum

From Laura Parr

Baby's full nameRex Orion Parr

Baby's date of birthMay 23, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 7oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyRex was a long time in the making - two years in fact! The day we found out we were expecting Rex was actually a week before we were due to start IVF! Rex’s birth wasn’t the natural water birth we had hoped for. In fact Rex was induced after a scan showed (suspected) meconium in the waters. After the waters broke it was confirmed meconium was present and the induction process was sped up with the assistance of a hormone drip. Fast forward through all pain relief options available, mum finally found relief after the epidural. Unfortunately Rex’s heart beat started to drop after his cord became trapped and a speedy c-section was required. Rex was delivered safely into the world at 4:33 am. Rex was born healthy and well and passed all of his checks. He is doing well at home with mum and dad.

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Bournemouth Echo: Rex on his first day in the world!Rex on his first day in the world!
Bournemouth Echo: Mummy, Daddy & Rex!Mummy, Daddy & Rex!

From Simone Weaver

Baby's full nameTheo Black

Baby's date of birthMarch 19, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsJosh and Jakes

Tell us your birth storyTheo was born five days before the UK locked down! A very quick birth which lasted just five hours. He’s definitely kept me occupied during lockdown, it is just a shame he hasn’t met anyone yet.

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Bournemouth Echo: Theo's first day in the worldTheo's first day in the world
Bournemouth Echo: Mr SmileyMr Smiley

From Olivia Mills

Baby's full nameAlba-Grace Mills

Baby's date of birthApril 20, 2020

Place of birthPrincess Anne Southampton

Weight of baby10lb 9.5oz

Names of any siblingsNo other siblings

Tell us your birth storyI had a elective c-section due to Alba-Grace being a larger baby and due to have Type 1 Diabetes.

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Bournemouth Echo: Family photoFamily photo
Bournemouth Echo: The first picture of Alba-Grace, at homeThe first picture of Alba-Grace, at home

From Kayla Charlston

Baby's full nameIsaac Copland

Baby's date of birthMarch 13, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy first baby was born on his due date, on Friday 13th March and my labour was very fast. On Sunday March 15, Boris Johnson announced lockdown. It’s been an experience!

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Bournemouth Echo: Teething in the sunTeething in the sun
Bournemouth Echo: Trying my hatTrying my hat

From Megan Rees

Baby's full nameRocco Reece Sheppard

Baby's date of birthApril 15, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hosptial

Weight of baby6lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyI was hoping for a water birth at Bournemouth Birth Centre with my partner and mum, however because of the pandemic we were moved to Poole Hospital and just my partner could be me and just for the birth. Rocco was born three days early and I had a natural birth! I was taken to postnatal afterward due to spiking blood pressure and stayed for three days without my partner, who was not allowed into the postnatal area. Mother and baby doing well!

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Bournemouth Echo: Rocco at five weeksRocco at five weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Rocco at one weekRocco at one week

From Siobhan Russell

Baby's full nameDarcey-Marie Nicola Bill

Baby's date of birthApril 22, 2020

Place of birthPoole Maternity

Weight of baby988g

Names of any siblingsAva-rose, Bonnie, Oscar

Tell us your birth storyOur little girl was born 13 weeks early so she is still in NICU. The staff have been amazing and we cannot thank them enough for what they have done and for all the support they have given us!

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Bournemouth Echo: Our little dollyOur little dolly
Bournemouth Echo: Our little dollyOur little dolly

From Sophie Mylius

Baby's full nameTillie-Rae

Baby's date of birthApril 17, 2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsElla-Rose and Louie-John

Tell us your birth storyI had planned a home birth but became high risk at the end of my pregnancy. I went into labour on April 16 at 3.45 am at Poole maternity and Tillie-Rae was born at 4.04 am. The staff and midwives were incredible and the whole time I was there it was as if nothing was going on outside! Tilly-Rae is now seven weeks old and a dream!

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Bournemouth Echo: Tilly-Rae at seven weeksTilly-Rae at seven weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Tilly-Rae at four weeks with Ella-Rose and Louie-JohnTilly-Rae at four weeks with Ella-Rose and Louie-John

From Tyler Molyneaux

Baby's full nameTheo Jack Molyneaux

Baby's date of birthApril 6, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby7lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy partner was induced two weeks early on Sunday April 5. It was hard that I couldn’t be with her until she was in established labour. I got the call at 11 pm that night and I could go to the hospital. Labour was very speedy my little man arrived at 9.34 am on Monday 6th. I couldn’t stay after the birth and left mum and baby until they could come home the next day. The midwives were amazing throughout!

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Bournemouth Echo: Theo at two monthsTheo at two months
Bournemouth Echo: First day in the crazy world.First day in the crazy world.

From Ellen Taylor

Baby's full nameRobin Olivia Baker

Baby's date of birthApril 17, 2020

Place of birthSt. Marys Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby6lb 6oz

Names of any siblingsN/a

Tell us your birth storyMy partner and I are first time parents and weren’t sure what to expect but we had a lovely experience at St Mary’s and can’t thank the nurses and midwives enough for helping us both through the labour and delivering our Robin safely into the world.

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Bournemouth Echo: The first smile we managed to catch on cameraThe first smile we managed to catch on camera
Bournemouth Echo: 30 minutes old30 minutes old

From Georgie Street-Cash

Baby's full nameFreddie Forest Street-Cash

Baby's date of birthApril 10, 2020

Place of birthThe Haven Suite at St Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby8lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was originally planning to have my baby at Bournemouth Birth Centre but they closed it a week before my due date so my next option was Poole. Freddie Forest was born at 10:10 am on April 10, naturally and on his due date!

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Bournemouth Echo: Freddie at seven weeksFreddie at seven weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Freddie on day twoFreddie on day two

From Demi Cheeseman

Baby's full nameHarper leigh demi Caldwell

Baby's date of birthMay 12, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb1oz

Names of any siblingsJj, perry,harvey, darcie-leigh

Tell us your birth storyMy daughter was born during covid, the care and experience during the lockdown was very diffrent I cant thank the midwifes enough at poole hospital during my labour they were fantastic and now I am enjoying my new princess happily at home with my other children

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Bournemouth Echo: Harper at three weeksHarper at three weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Harper at one weekHarper at one week

From Megan May Jefferis

Baby's full nameFinley David jefferis

Baby's date of birthMay 31, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 1.5oz

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyMy waters broke at 1:30am on the 31st May, my contractions started straight after being 4-5 minutes apart. I phoned the hospital and they advised me to stay at home till the morning and they would see me at 10:00am. The contractions were becoming unbearable and I was in a lot of pain already. Within 2 hours of my waters breaking I was told to go into the hospital due to my contractions being so close together. I arrived at the hospital and they gave me codeine to help with the contractions pain, within half and hour of being at the hospital I was examined to be told that I was already 8cm dilated. By 5:00am I was feeling the need to push and at 5:50 I gave birth to my little boy with no pain relief just gas and air for the beginning of the contractions.

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Bournemouth Echo: Finley, just two days oldFinley, just two days old
Bournemouth Echo: Finley at three days oldFinley at three days old

From Aimee Surman

Baby's full nameRoman John Surman

Baby's date of birthApril 14, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby5lb 9oz

Names of any siblingsAston , Mason & Logan

Tell us your birth storyHad a planned Caesarean section at Poole maternity. All the staff were amazing and although my husband was unable to stay with us or on the ward the midwives and health care assistances were lovely. We were discharged the following day.

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Bournemouth Echo: The day a Roman was bornThe day a Roman was born
Bournemouth Echo: Roman is growing nicely and waiting to meet family .Roman is growing nicely and waiting to meet family .

From Annastasia Paterson

Baby's full nameAlby John Paterson-Ladd

Baby's date of birthMay 25, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby8lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsZayn Paterson and Zara Paterson-Ladd

Tell us your birth story

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Bournemouth Echo: Alby born in lockdown 2020Alby born in lockdown 2020
Bournemouth Echo: Zara and Zayn with their new little brother AlbyZara and Zayn with their new little brother Alby

From Amy Williams

Baby's full nameCoby Richard Williams-Newnham

Baby's date of birthMay 2, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary’s Maternity Hospital, Poole

Weight of baby7lb 2oz

Names of any siblingsJake and Harlan

Tell us your birth storyI remember waking up at 7am on 02.05.2020, 38weeks & 4 days pregnant with mild contractions that very quickly progressed to an established labour. My partner was able to join me when my labour was in full swing and supported me throughout. It was all running smoothly until the last minute when baby’s cord was wrapped around his neck! It was scary and intense but the midwives at Poole maternity were absolutely amazing and delivered our perfect little boy into world safely. We encountered a few complications in the first week, which lead to myself and baby Coby staying in the postnatal ward for 6 nights with no visitors due to COVID -19! Being away from my partner and my other two boys was really hard but we were in the best place for myself & Coby. We were discharged on 08.05.2020 and were reunited as a family at home with a big welcome home sign designed by our older children! Being pregnant and having a baby during lockdown was & is an emotional rollercoaster but we are so blessed & grateful for our healthy little bundle of joy during this uncertain time.

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Bournemouth Echo: First photo of our babyboy Coby.First photo of our babyboy Coby.
Bournemouth Echo: Home made photoshoot due to COVID-19. Photo captured by mummy!Home made photoshoot due to COVID-19. Photo captured by mummy!

From Georgina Stanton

Baby's full nameDotty Sunshine

Baby's date of birthMarch 23, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsPearl Carys

Tell us your birth storyDotty was born via c-section on the first official day of lockdown, we decided on her middle name as it was the first sunny day we had in a while and she brought us so much joy in uncertain times. We were lucky enough to have Ian (Dotty’s dad there for the birth and able to stay over night with us. As we left the next day they decided to no longer allow daddy’s or partners to stay in with the partners. Being able to get home safely and isolate with our new daughter as a family was amazing.

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Bournemouth Echo: Dotty Sunshine DelamareDotty Sunshine Delamare
Bournemouth Echo: Dottie at just five hours oldDottie at just five hours old

From Katy Rose

Baby's full nameLily-Rose Maria Ostler

Baby's date of birthMay 25, 2020

Place of birthAt our home in canford Heath

Weight of baby8lb 4oz

Names of any siblingsAlfie 13, Jayden 11, Daniel 7 and Freddie 6

Tell us your birth storyI had a lovely homebirth with my midwife Louise who had seen me all the way through my pregnancy. 2hrs 36mins of labour, gave birth in my lounge. My first princess after 4 boys. She is just perfect!

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Bournemouth Echo: Lily-Rose a few minutes oldLily-Rose a few minutes old
Bournemouth Echo: Mummy and Lily-RoseMummy and Lily-Rose

From Sian Hilling

Baby's full nameRalph Hilling

Baby's date of birthMarch 31, 2020

Place of birthSt Mary's Maternity Unit, Poole

Weight of baby7lbs 13oz

Names of any siblingsEvie Hilling

Tell us your birth storyRalph was born by planned c section on the first day that birth partners weren’t allowed on the postnatal ward. My husband was present for the birth but had to leave when Ralph was less than 2 hours old. I was anxious to be left alone with a newborn baby, especially as I couldn’t move due to the anaesthetic and pain. However, I had the most amazing experience and would to it all over again tomorrow. I was on a ward with 2 other ladies and we started talking and got on straightaway. We stayed up until 3am chatting whilst all 3 babies were sleeping! We’ve kept in touch and chat almost daily. It’s definitely an experience that would’ve been so different if it wasn’t for lockdown. I wouldn’t have had my curtain open talking to the other mums if my husband was there. The staff were also fantastic and so supportive. I’m so grateful for such a positive experience in such an unusual and difficult time to have a baby. For us, lockdown has been a blessing with my partner working from home, we have had much more time together settling in to life as a family of 4.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ralph’s first day homeRalph’s first day home
Bournemouth Echo: We missed out on a newborn photo shoot so I tried to take some photos myself - it’s not as easy as it looks!We missed out on a newborn photo shoot so I tried to take some photos myself - it’s not as easy as it looks!

From Jacqueline jolly

Baby's full nameLuna Joan Jacqueline Jolly

Baby's date of birthMarch 31, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsMaggie Rose jolly

Tell us your birth storyI cannot express my gratitude to the amazing staff at Poole maternity hospital for delivering my baby in a safe and relaxing environment during such a worrying time, St Mary's you are wonderful :) x

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Bournemouth Echo: Luna at six daysLuna at six days
Bournemouth Echo: Luna at seven weeksLuna at seven weeks

From Olivia Braid

Baby's full nameFlorence Olivia Braid

Baby's date of birthMarch 31, 2020 at 2.33 pm

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby9lbs 4oz

Names of any siblingsTed

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful girl born into a world where the post natal ward was silent apart from a mother and baby Florence met her grandparents at nine weeks old and blissfully unaware in a bubble at home with her brother Ted.

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Bournemouth Echo: Ted is two-and-half with Florence at nine weeksTed is two-and-half with Florence at nine weeks
Bournemouth Echo: Florence OliviaFlorence Olivia

From Kerri Crutcher

Baby's full nameMaisy Lily-Rose Crutcher

Baby's date of birthApril 18, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 10oz

Names of any siblingsCallum & Jacob

Tell us your birth storyOur beautiful Maisy was born 4 days late, arriving on her uncle Jamie’s 30th birthday. Our precious little baby girl.

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Bournemouth Echo: MaisyMaisy
Bournemouth Echo: MaisyMaisy

From Rob Appleton

Baby's full nameAoife Margot Lilah

Baby's date of birth24/04/2020

Place of birthBournemouth

Weight of baby6lb 13oz

Names of any siblingsTheo and Aria

Tell us your birth storyHome birth successfully delivered in my flat in Bournemouth at 13.13 on 24/4/2020

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Bournemouth Echo: Lockdown babyLockdown baby
Bournemouth Echo: Family outfitsFamily outfits

From Josie Murgatroyd

Baby's full nameArlo Reece Jones

Baby's date of birth04/05/20

Place of birthPoole maternity hospital

Weight of baby6llb10oz

Names of any siblingsN/A

Tell us your birth storyI was induced on the 2nd of May, I had go stay by myself without my partner until I was in established labour, this wasn't until the evening of the 3rd of May! Very long process and was very strange to not be able to be with anybody. Once my partner arrived we had a few hours of labour and our little boy arrived at 2:49am on the 4th may! My partner was allowed to stay for a few hours after the birth but then I had to stay on my own until I was discharged on the 6th. Was strange to be on my own for alot of the experience but the midwives and doctors where amazing.

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Bournemouth Echo: Getting comfy in his new chair.Getting comfy in his new chair.
Bournemouth Echo: Our first day home.Our first day home.

From Elisia Harris

Baby's full nameHealie Ava Coombes

Baby's date of birth24/03/2020

Place of birthSalisbury Hospital

Weight of baby9lbs

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI had early stages of labour for 2 weeks before I had my baby daughter. She was back to back when I went into labour so I was in a lot of pain and the birth didn’t go to plan unfortunately. But we were both safe and well after the Surgery and a few day’s of recovery in hospital by such a great team. She was born on the day of lockdown and she has bought us both so much joy since. We are truly blessed with such a beautiful daughter.

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Bournemouth Echo: Born with a full head of hair!All the midwifes couldn’t get enough of her.Born with a full head of hair!All the midwifes couldn’t get enough of her.
Bournemouth Echo: 10 weeks old now weighing 14.5lbs Such a smiley giggly girl who’s loved very much!10 weeks old now weighing 14.5lbs Such a smiley giggly girl who’s loved very much!

From Elena Micheletto

Baby's full nameEdward Eraldo Hall

Baby's date of birth21/04/2020

Place of birthPoole

Weight of baby2.4 kg

Names of any siblingsCharlotte and Erin

Tell us your birth storyI was concerned about giving birth in these current circumstances because I thought midwives and Doctors might have been busy or in reduced numbers, but it wasn't the case. Everyone was really helpful and kind during and after birth. We had to stay in hospital for 5 days after birth due to my son low weight, but it was ok. The only downside was that after birth, when we left the delivery suite, my husband was not able to come and visit us in the ward during the days we were in hospital due to the new rules for Coronavirus. That was hard. But everyone was really helpful and positive, and not having visitors in the ward made it more relaxed. Staff was wearing PPE but that didn't seem strange or affected us. We had a positive experience.

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Bournemouth Echo: Edward just been dressed by the midwife shortly after birthEdward just been dressed by the midwife shortly after birth
Bournemouth Echo: Edward 5 minutes after birthEdward 5 minutes after birth

From Steven joy and Krystal Diffey

Baby's full nameBrody Marshall Daniel Diffey

Baby's date of birth24/03/20

Place of birthpoole maternity

Weight of baby7lbs 3oz

Names of any siblingsApril and Daisie

Tell us your birth storyi went into labour on the 23rd of march (the day of lockdown) he was born at 12.24am on the 24th and other than window visits has never met or been held by anyone else.

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Bournemouth Echo: Welcome to the world day one of lockdown.Welcome to the world day one of lockdown.
Bournemouth Echo: Our rainbow baby ready for the thursday clap for the NHSOur rainbow baby ready for the thursday clap for the NHS

From Saga Faris

Baby's full nameBobby Faris was born on May 13th, 2020 at St Mary's Maternity Unit weighing 7lb 15.5oz. A much-loved brother for Stella

Baby's date of birth13-05-2020

Place of birthPoole maternity

Weight of baby7lb 15 and a half oz

Names of any siblingsStella Faris

Tell us your birth storyBobby was 13 days overdue so I had to be induced. Was quite a difficult birth so ended up having an emergency spinal block with a forceps delivery. Bobbys shoulder got stuck too so was a bit traumatised but are home happy and healthy and reunited as a family.

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Bournemouth Echo: Bobby 1 day oldBobby 1 day old

From Gemma Ann Harperc

Baby's full nameBronwyn Lily Joan harper

Baby's date of birth25th May 2020

Place of birthOdstock Salisbury

Weight of baby7lb 8

Names of any siblingsNone

Tell us your birth storyI was 10 days over due so had to be induced . I went into Salisbury maternity ward . The staff went about and beyond . As my husband wasn’t allowed in we got to walk around the car park and see a temporary morgue ! Not what I was expecting to do during having contractions ! My husband went home and I was left alone I called him later that evening to discuss medication . This sped my labour up and the Midwife told me to make the call that he needed to get to Salisbury pretty rapid . It wasn’t easy being by myself having contractions. Our gorgeous little girl arrived at 1.01 on the Sunday morning and we got so well looked after. It wasn’t great not having my husband there around to help me I didn’t plan for having to use FaceTime in my birth plan ! I can’t fault the staff at Salisbury for such amazing care and support they went above and beyond

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Bournemouth Echo: May babyMay baby

From Jennifer Golding

Baby's full nameSophie Alice Golding

Baby's date of birthApril 28, 2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby7lb 1oz

Names of any siblingsElsie Eira Golding

Tell us your birth storyWe went into Hospital early Tuesday morning and Sophie was born by planned caesarean section at lunchtime, everything had gone well. My husband John had to leave a few hours later due to the restrictions in place because of covid. we were discharged the next day and John collected us from the front door as he couldn't come back in. Before I went into hospital I was concerned because of covid but I needn't have been as the staff and midwifes were brilliant and you wouldn't of know any different except for the extra PPE they were wearing, it was quite calm and relaxed on the wards.

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Bournemouth Echo: Sophie having a nap at one month oldSophie having a nap at one month old
Bournemouth Echo: Ready for summer. 1 month old.Ready for summer. 1 month old.

From Lauren Nazer

Baby's full nameJack Nazer

Baby's date of birth02.02.2020

Place of birthPoole Hospital

Weight of baby4lb 8oz

Names of any siblingsnone

Tell us your birth storyBaby Jack was born 2 months early to an awsome birth date of 02.02.2020. But we were kept apart for many weeks while he was cared for in the Neonatal ICU. He finally made his way home at the start of the lockdown. He's now 4 months old and really is our eenie weenie quaranteenie ?

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Bournemouth Echo: Our eenie weenie quaranteenieOur eenie weenie quaranteenie
Bournemouth Echo: Clapping for the neonatal ICU teamClapping for the neonatal ICU team